Today's devotional: the devil made me do it!
Whose fault is it when we sin?
We're all familiar with the old saying "the Devil made me do...
Today's Devotional: Drifting Away From God
Do you feel distant from God?
Chances are good that feeling of distance didn't develop...
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Does Belief in God Necessitate Belief in Demons? - The Gospel.com Blog
What role do you think demonic forces play in our world? Do you believe that Satan has a hand in everything, is mainly an impotent being, or doesn’t even exist?
http://gospel.com/blog/index.php/2009/11/20/does-belief-in-god-necessitate-belief-in-de...
Lion in the Bible: 1 Peter 5:8-9
The devil is depicted here as a prowling lion--quietly lurking and waiting to pounce when it spots weak prey. But his attacks can be resisted simply by standing firm in the faith, and remembering that we're not alone in being targeted by his wiles.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Peter%205:8-9&version=NIV
War in heaven - a Christian perspective
This passage describes a war in heaven, in which a band of rebellious angels battled against the armies of heaven, led by Michael. The rebels were cast out of heaven upon their defeat.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Rev%2012:7&version=NIV
Chain in the Bible - a Christian perspective
This passage from Revelation depicts the chaining and imprisonment of Satan at the end of time. Its exact meaning has been much debated by theologians and writers through the years.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Rev%2020:1-3&version=NIV
A Rattle But No Bite - #2571
You've been frightened and held back long enough by the rattle of a snake whose head is crushed. He has no bite - just a lot of noise! So, resist the devil, and he will flee from you!
http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-mission/a-rattle-but-no-bite-2571
Death In A Sticky Web - #2542
Listen, if you've been flying pretty close to the devil's web lately accept this as a loving warning from God. Touch the web and you will pay a price you never could have imagined. When sin looks good, remember that death on a sticky web. The destroyer is waiting to wrap you up and make you his. But in Jesus' power you can get away. Do it now, while you can!
http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-hindrances/death-in-a-sticky-web-2542
Get behind me satan - a Christian perspective
Peter once said that he would never let Jesus be put to death. Jesus replied, Get behind me, Satan! This came naught but a few short verses after he commended Peter for his knowledge of Jesus' relationship to God.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2016:23&version=NIV
The Battle For The Beachhead - #2943
The battle for the beachhead may be raging around you right now. Hold your ground, soldier. You're not losing - or the enemy wouldn't bother with you. You're on your way to some of the greatest victories of your life!
http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-personal-power/the-battle-for-the-beachhead-...
Gift-Wrapped Garbage - #2948
You can just assume that the enemy is trying to wear you down right now in some area - by offering you garbage in a package that really disarms you. That's why God wants you to know who you really are.
http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-hindrances/gift-wrapped-garbage-2948
When You Charge, They Charge! - #3157
As God starts to open doors and give opportunities, pray for the protection available in Jesus' Name - for you, for those you love. Pray against discouragement. Remember that serving the Lord is much like football. As soon as you start gaining ground spiritually, the other side starts to come after you. When you charge, they charge. That's something to be aware of, not afraid of.
http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-hard-times/when-you-charge-they-charge-3157