Ask Pastor John Why Does God Allow Satan to Block the Gospel?
May 2, 2024
Exploring why God allows Satan to block the gospel, the podcast discusses Satan's tactics, God's permissive stance, and the significance of Satan's role in blinding people to the beauty of Christ. It highlights the importance of recognizing Christ's superiority over sin and deception in the face of Satan's influence.
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Satan's Origins Remain Mysterious
- Satan's origin is mysterious and the Bible doesn't fully explain why a perfect angel rebelled.
- John Piper emphasizes that Satan existed early and tempted humanity from Genesis onward.
Christ's Authority Over Demons
- Jesus demonstrates authority over demonic powers by commanding unclean spirits and rebuking Satan.
- Piper notes Revelation shows Satan's final defeat when thrown into the lake of fire.
Satan's Continued Activity Is Purposeful
- Satan could have been bound at any time, yet Scripture portrays his ongoing activity throughout history.
- Piper highlights passages describing Satan's work of blinding unbelievers and snatching the word.
