~ Satan Is Deceitful ~
Series
Note: Matthew 4 is a well-known chapter which gives
an account of Satan tempting Jesus Christ in the wilderness. There has been a lot written and discussed
regarding these three temptations (the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes,
and the pride of life).
While
the study of Matthew 4 is a rich study regarding our Savior Jesus Christ it
also allows us to have insight into some of Satan’s abilities and actions. This series contains nine examples which make
it clear that Satan is a real personality.
Scripture ~ Notice how
Satan quotes Scripture but leaves out part of the passage.
“Then
the devil took Him up into the holy city, set Him on the pinnacle of the
temple, and said to Him, ‘If You are the Son of God, throw Yourself down. For it is written: “He shall give His angels
charge over you,” and, “In their hands they shall bear you up, lest you dash
your foot against a stone”’” (Matthew 4:5-6).
Comment ~ Satan was
quoting Psalm 91:11-12, but he skipped part of the passage which reads:
“For
He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways. In their hands they shall bear you up, lest
you dash your foot against a stone” (Psalm 91:11-12). Notice Satan’s omission in his quote.
~ Robert
Lloyd Russell, ABUNDANT
LIFE NOW blog.
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