Satan’s strategy
Romans 16: 17~20 Everyone has heard about your obedience, so I rejoice because of you; but I want you to be wise about what is good, and innocent about what is evil. The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you. (19-20)
Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #90 I’ve Found a Friend (#98 in previous version)
We ask many questions concerning how we must live our walk of faith. Certain people are troubled by the future. Others face sudden troubles in the midst of living with much effort. Therefore, many people are taken aback and have no idea what to do. Before asking, there is something we must be clearly aware of. If I am truly a child of God, then I must be aware of the blessings that are granted to me.
1. The method and works of God who has provided salvation
If I am cognizant of the method and works of God, then there is no need to ask numerous questions. We ask questions because the road seems unclear; however, if we know the pathway then these questions wouldn’t be necessary. Then, what are the blessings and methods God has granted to us? God the Father has given us the Word, God the Son has fulfilled the Word, and God the Spirit is with us through power. Christ is the figure who has accomplished these three blessings and is the answer. Christ has liberated us from all curses, dissolved all the forces of Satan, and has completely freed us from the chains of fate. This Christ is working with us through God’s Word, the name of Jesus Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit. The blessings of heaven and the heavenly angels will descend upon those who possess these covenantal blessings. However, this Satan’s first priority is to distract us from knowing this fact.
2. The authority of God’s children
Satan was an angel in charge of praise, and attempted to steal God’s glory yet failed miserably and became a fallen angel. This Satan destroys the individual and families, captivates society, seizes the authorities of the world, and leads people into shamanism, fortunetelling, and idol worship in order to drive people into complete destruction. Therefore, God has given authority to His children in order to overcome the forces of Satan. Satan is not able to lay a finger on God’s children. Satan’s second priority is to stop us from knowing this fact.
3. Satan’s final strategy
Satan is well aware of the truth that he can never defeat the children of God, hence he causes division. He penetrates by utilizing the physical things. Also, he deceives lay people through words. The method in conquering Satan’s attacks is to hold on to the power of the Gospel and embrace words of faith.
- Children of God have the right to receive answers and already possess all the blessings and authority. We must not be deceived by Satan. Embrace the words of faith inside your heart and mind as you confess the blessings received.
Immanuel Church Sunday Worship 2nd Service / 2010. 9. 5