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The sermon examines John 8:44 to identify the devil as the father of lies and a murderer from the beginning, contrasting him with Jesus Christ as the source of truth and life. It traces the origin of all falsehood back to Satan's deception in Eden and his ongoing efforts to blind humanity and distort Scripture. The preacher outlines five specific tactics used by the adversary: denying, twisting, stealing, misdirecting, and deceiving through religious imitation. By analyzing the rejection of Jesus by religious leaders, the message warns believers to discern between spiritual truth and demonic falsehood. Ultimately, it calls listeners to examine their spiritual lineage and embrace the saving truth found only in Christ.

Satan uses deception to create confusion in believers. He twists Scripture, promotes making idols out of things we love in the world and preys on us through fleshly temptation. Therefore, we must know God by His Scripture using it as armor against the schemes of the devil.

Pharaoh wore a serpent on his crown, and God sent Moses, a man with nothing but a shepherd's staff, to stand in front of him and say, Let my people go. What kind of confrontation is that, and what does it have to do with the enemy who is after you today? In this message from the series Is the Old Testament Obsolete?, Pastor Jim Scudder opens Exodus 3 and 4 at Quentin Road Baptist Church and shows why Moses is one of the clearest pictures of Jesus in all of Scripture, from the silence before each of their births to the faces that shone after speaking with the Father. He shows why Egypt and its serpent stand for Satan's realm, and then gives four plain things to remember whenever the devil comes at you: answer him with God's Word, prepare for battle every day, never let your guard down, and submit to God so you can resist the devil. Then watch what God does with a staff, a leprous hand, and river water poured on dry ground. Each sign is a picture of the gospel, pointing to the serpent's curse broken, sin's disease healed, and death swallowed up in resurrection. The Prophet greater than Moses has already picked up the serpent by the tail. Scripture referenced: Psalm 119:89; Acts 3:22, 26; Exodus 3:15; Exodus 3:16-18; Matthew 4:3-4; Ephesians 6:11; 1 Peter 5:8; James 4:7; Exodus 3:19-22; Exodus 4:1-12

Satan temps Eve to eat the forbidden fruit.

Paul is showing the danger of compromise & not having convictions about where you go and what you do. Separation is a must.

Would the Lord Jesus Christ anoint a devil to do His work, and hand that devil power against unclean spirits to cast them out? Judas Iscariot is named in the list of twelve who were given that power, and he went out and did the work, so where in that list is the distinction that leaves him out? A man can carry the power of God on him, go out and do the works the twelve did, and still turn away and fall. And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand?

This Bible Study examines the life and betrayal of Judas Iscariot to illustrate the danger of religious profession without genuine regeneration. It contrasts Judas's outward appearance as a trusted apostle with his inward corruption, highlighting how he remained unregenerated despite years of proximity to Jesus and participation in miracles. The preacher emphasizes that external actions, such as baptism or witnessing power, do not guarantee salvation if the heart remains hardened and self-serving. By analyzing scriptural accounts from Mark, John, and Matthew, the text demonstrates that Judas was a thief and a betrayer whose faith was merely intellectual rather than transformative. Ultimately, the message serves as a solemn warning to believers to examine their own hearts to ensure they are truly born again and not merely counterfeit followers of Christ.

Proposition: Because by nature, we are enslaved to Satan, Jesus, our king, came to defeat him and to set us free so that we would be grateful and prepared for spiritual battle. 1. The Debate Over Jesus' Authority (vv. 14-20) 2. The Parable of the Victorious Plunderer (vv. 21-23) 3. The Parable of the Return of the Unclean Spirit (vv. 24-26) Lessons - See the great harm that the devil seeks to do and be prepared - Half-hearted conversion is very dangerous - Praise God for our Mighty Saviour

Christians are spiritually at war with the forces of darkness. We must choose spiritual maturity by praying ,reading scripture, and relying on God's power.