Satan and Demons
Definition
Satan is a personal, spiritual being who rebelled against God and leads a spiritual kingdom composed of demonic powers who oppose God’s purposes through various “schemes” that are designed to keep men and women out of God’s kingdom and to render Christians immature and ineffective in reaching the world with the gospel of Christ.
Summary
This article summarizes the main teachings regarding Satan and demons in the Old and New Testaments. While the data in the Old Testament is limited, attention is given to Satan’s commitment to accusing and tempting God’s people which lays a basic foundation for the New Testament teachings on Satan and his strategies. The article then turns its attention to the rebellion of Satan and his demonic forces, as well as the defeat of Satan. It closes with a discussion of his schemes to oppose fruitful evangelism and the spiritual growth of Christians.
Articles
The Devil’s Lying to You Today
Jared Wilson helps to expose popular satanic lies that pervert gospel truth.
There’s a Cosmic Battle Going On. Join the Fight.
When we overlook the cosmic battle throughout Scripture, we forfeit rich biblical insight and hamper faithful Christian living.
Who Are the Sons of God in Genesis 6?
Who are the “sons of God” in Genesis 6? The answer may surprise you.
God’s Sovereignty Over Leviathan and Behemoth
Leviathan and Behemoth, terrifying as they are, are both on a sovereign leash.
‘She Has a Spirit of ______.’ But Are Such Phrases Biblical?
When it comes to these popular phrases, there’s a spirit of confusion afoot.
‘God Made Me Do It!’ Why Did God Tempt Saul with an Evil Spirit?
Our God in heaven is not a vindictive judge who tempts and then destroys those who disobey him.
Does Every Christian Have a Guardian Angel?
We should take comfort in the eternal God and his everlasting arms, not the arms of angels.
9 Things You Should Know About Modern Satanism
Recent actions by Satanists groups has sparked interest and concern about this minority religion. Here are nine things you should know about the religious beliefs of modern Satanism.
