Some tactics of the evil spirits The most subtle form of approach comes under the mantle or appearance of the good, when “Satan disguises himself as an angel of light” (2 Cor 11:14). How many anti-Christian movements present themselves with ostensibly humanitarian ideals or make a show with the apparent “kindness” of their members. The fallen spirits also try to impress us with their power of over nature: “The coming of the lawless one by the activity of Satan will be with all power and with pretended signs and wonders” (2 Thess 2:9). St. Paul adduces here the sign for the necessary discernment: “Lawlessness”. The works they do may indeed be impressive, but we have to watch out, first of all, to verify whether the “fruits” are good or bad: Do they submit to the laws? Do they recognize the legitimate authority? Are they obedient, for “the prince of the power of the air… is now at work in the sons of disobedience” (Eph 2:2)
Posted on: Sun, 16 Nov 2014 22:36:00 +0000