SECTION ONE: An Introduction to Demons
SECTION ONE: An Intro to Demons
Are Satan and demons real?
Ephesians 6:10-13 (Also 1 Peter 5:8-9, James 4:7, 1 John 5:19)
God is calling us to a proper view of reality. Our western rationalism has denied the reality of the spiritual realm. We’ve decided that unless something can be experienced through the five natural senses, it cannot be real. But, as Believers, we must allow Him to transform our minds (Romans 12:1-2) in order that we can have eyes to see and ears to hear things as they really are (2 Kings 6:17). This is known as a paradigm shift.
Where did they come from?
Isaiah 14:12-15 (Ezekiel 28:11-19)
A large number of angels fell – Revelation 12:4, 7-9
What do they do?
Invade people’s lives – Mark 1:21 (note: “possessed” {NIV} is not in the Greek)
- Bringing different personalities that are destructive to the life of the true person.
- Some of the personalities are stronger in power than others.
- “We can assume demons’ primary concern is to disrupt and, if possible, cripple anyone or anything that might be a threat to Satan’s domination over the world. Their guns are aimed at individuals, groups, and organizations that seek to advance God’s purposes. They produce ‘strongholds’ in people’s minds (2 Corinthians 10:4) and probably in other places as well. They attack Christian ministries and are agents of doctrinal aberrations (1 Timothy 4:1). They affect health (Luke 13:11), perfects affect weather (Luke 8:22-25), and even have “the power over death” (Hebrews 2:14), through they have no power except that allowed them by God.” Charles Kraft Defeating Dark Angels
- See also Matthew 12:43-45
What are we to do?
The Bible takes them seriously. In fact, Jesus saw dealing and defeating them as
His – and our – primary mission. Luke 4:18-19
“Neither Jesus nor other New Testament characters seemed alarmed by Satan’s activities. They dealt with them matter of factly, knowing God’s power is infinitely greater than that of the enemy.” Charles Kraft Defeating Dark Angels
Why should we seek to understand demons?
We are called to minister freedom to those held in Satan’s captivity, this ministry of deliverance is a part of our heritage as sons and daughters of God.
“The kind of fasting I want is this: Remove the chains of oppression and the yoke of injustice, and let the oppressed go free… If you put an end to oppression, to every gesture of contempt, and to every evil word; if you give food to the hungry and satisfy those who are in need, then the darkness around you will turn to the brightness of noon… You will be known as the people who rebuilt the walls, who restored the ruined houses.” Isaiah 58:6, 9b, 10, 12b
1. God expects us to free people.
John 14:15, 15:10, 20:21, Acts 1:8, Luke 9:1-2
2. God expects us to demonstrate compassion.
50% of those under 30 years of age have been physically abused.
40% of women under 30 have been sexually abused.
“Dysfunctional” describes most families
New Age, cults, occult, false religions abound
These people need help.
3. Deliverance ministry will help your faith in Christ grow dramatically.
It is an incredible thing to be involved with doing what we know we cannot do in our own strength! As we go after the gates of Hades, we will see the power of Christ!
“Christianity is fun.” Doris Wagner
Are Satan and demons real?
Ephesians 6:10-13 (Also 1 Peter 5:8-9, James 4:7, 1 John 5:19)
God is calling us to a proper view of reality. Our western rationalism has denied the reality of the spiritual realm. We’ve decided that unless something can be experienced through the five natural senses, it cannot be real. But, as Believers, we must allow Him to transform our minds (Romans 12:1-2) in order that we can have eyes to see and ears to hear things as they really are (2 Kings 6:17). This is known as a paradigm shift.
Where did they come from?
Isaiah 14:12-15 (Ezekiel 28:11-19)
A large number of angels fell – Revelation 12:4, 7-9
What do they do?
Invade people’s lives – Mark 1:21 (note: “possessed” {NIV} is not in the Greek)
- Bringing different personalities that are destructive to the life of the true person.
- Some of the personalities are stronger in power than others.
- “We can assume demons’ primary concern is to disrupt and, if possible, cripple anyone or anything that might be a threat to Satan’s domination over the world. Their guns are aimed at individuals, groups, and organizations that seek to advance God’s purposes. They produce ‘strongholds’ in people’s minds (2 Corinthians 10:4) and probably in other places as well. They attack Christian ministries and are agents of doctrinal aberrations (1 Timothy 4:1). They affect health (Luke 13:11), perfects affect weather (Luke 8:22-25), and even have “the power over death” (Hebrews 2:14), through they have no power except that allowed them by God.” Charles Kraft Defeating Dark Angels
- See also Matthew 12:43-45
What are we to do?
The Bible takes them seriously. In fact, Jesus saw dealing and defeating them as
His – and our – primary mission. Luke 4:18-19
“Neither Jesus nor other New Testament characters seemed alarmed by Satan’s activities. They dealt with them matter of factly, knowing God’s power is infinitely greater than that of the enemy.” Charles Kraft Defeating Dark Angels
Why should we seek to understand demons?
We are called to minister freedom to those held in Satan’s captivity, this ministry of deliverance is a part of our heritage as sons and daughters of God.
“The kind of fasting I want is this: Remove the chains of oppression and the yoke of injustice, and let the oppressed go free… If you put an end to oppression, to every gesture of contempt, and to every evil word; if you give food to the hungry and satisfy those who are in need, then the darkness around you will turn to the brightness of noon… You will be known as the people who rebuilt the walls, who restored the ruined houses.” Isaiah 58:6, 9b, 10, 12b
1. God expects us to free people.
John 14:15, 15:10, 20:21, Acts 1:8, Luke 9:1-2
2. God expects us to demonstrate compassion.
50% of those under 30 years of age have been physically abused.
40% of women under 30 have been sexually abused.
“Dysfunctional” describes most families
New Age, cults, occult, false religions abound
These people need help.
3. Deliverance ministry will help your faith in Christ grow dramatically.
It is an incredible thing to be involved with doing what we know we cannot do in our own strength! As we go after the gates of Hades, we will see the power of Christ!
“Christianity is fun.” Doris Wagner
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