We returned this week to discuss Satan and demons once again. This topic was brought back by popular demand. Hope you enjoy!
1. Are demons active in the world today?
-Some do not believe that demons as active today. They believe the concept of demons is pure myth and a primitive idea. This mode of thinking is influenced by a naturalistic worldview that only admits the reality of what can be seen or touched or heard and deny that demons exist today. C.S. Lewis would call this "Chronological Snobbery."
-The Bible is clear that Satan and demons are active in the world in which we live. You must ask yourself, "Do I believe the Bible to be true?"
2. Can I blame all evil and sin on Satan and demons?
-No. That's what Eve tried to do in the garden following her deception.
-We have a tendency to blame shift. We refuse to take responsibility for our own actions. This is a sinful response to our own faults. We can make an absolute wreck of our life and then have the audacity to blame God or ask why He allowed this to happen. This only goes to show our arrogance.
3. Can a Christian be demon possessed?
-Possession implies ownership. As a Christian, I only belong to Jesus.
-According to Romans 6:14, sin cannot have reign over me.
4. Can a demon control a Christian to the point that they cannot choose to do right or wrong, to obey or not obey God?
-Refer to Romans 6:14.
5. Can a Christian come under demonic attack or influence?
-Yes.
-You don't need an exorcism or try to repeat a scene from Rosemary's Baby. You need Jesus. You need to repent of your sins, place faith in Christ. Christ needs to have ownership of you. He must have complete control. Give your life to Jesus. You have the power and authority to denounce Satan and demons in the strong name of Jesus. You do not have the power in and of yourself to win this battle, but Jesus does.
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-Daniel
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