How much influence does Satan have in the world today? Enormous influence! Jesus called him the prince of this world (see John 12:31), and Paul called him the god of this age (see 2 Corinthians 4:4). Satan controls a vast hierarchal network of fallen angels (see Ephesians 6:12) also called demons. Revelation 12:9 says that Satan... leads the whole world astray. He manipulates nations, rulers, economies and cultures. He remains disguised behind all the idolatries and false religions of the world. In the end, according to Revelation, Satan will orchestrate a vast, worldwide rebellion against Christ and the church, but he will be defeated and suffer eternal punishment (see Revelation 20:7-10). At the root of all Satans efforts on earth is his desire to usurp Gods glory. Satan is insanely jealous of God. Created as a mighty and good angel, he fell due to his arrogant desire to take the place of God (see Isaiah 14:12-15; Ezekiel 28:11-19). Satan works in this world primarily through deceit. He is skillful beyond our imagination at tempting people to sin. He is also ruthless and willing to spare no one in his pursuit of glory. However, Satan is no match for Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all. Christians will certainly face Satans attacks as he tempts, tests and accuses them (see Job 1:8-12). But Christians may always take refuge in Jesus, for by the power of his name (see Luke 10:17-20) they are successfully able to resist Satan (see 1 Peter 5:8-10). And the devil, who deceived them, was thrown into the lake of burning sulfur, where the beast and the false prophet had been thrown. They will be tormented day and night for ever and ever. Revelation 20:10 NIV
Posted on: Mon, 27 Jan 2014 04:02:54 +0000
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