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Satan: Answering the Biggest Questions

Jan 6, 2025

Dive into the intriguing nature of Satan as a fallen angel, exploring his pride and the theological nuances of evil. Discover how envy fuels misery, impacting relationships like marriage. Unpack his deceptive tactics and the biblical metaphors that illustrate his role in temptation and strife. The conversation emphasizes the importance of discernment, prayer, and the community in spiritual warfare. Ultimately, celebrate Christ's victory over evil and the joy that comes from faith, along with the hope found in understanding evil's purpose.

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Quick takeaways

Satan, originally a good angel, became the embodiment of corruption and evil through his rebellion against God's authority.

The sin of pride, which led to Satan's fall, highlights the foundational Christian belief that pride is at the root of all sin.

Christ's victory over Satan through his death and resurrection assures believers of their protection and the promise of eternal life.

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Understanding Satan's Identity

Satan is identified as a fallen angel within Christian theology, originating as a good creature before rebelling against God. This distinction is crucial because it establishes that Satan is not an eternal figure of evil; rather, he embodies the corruption of a once good being. The fall of Satan is discussed in biblical contexts, pointing to passages from Luke 10 and Jude, which illustrate a dramatic transition from a heavenly role to one of opposition against God. It is emphasized that understanding Satan's nature as a created being helps clarify the Christian perspective that good is original, while evil represents a distortion of that good.

Intro

4min

Understanding Satan: A Theological Exploration

31min

The Misery and Malice of Satan: An Exploration of Evil

4min

The Nature and Limitations of Satan

25min

Understanding Satan's Tactics

17min

Victory in Spiritual Warfare

10min

The Fascination of Good over Evil and the Defeat of Satan

2min

Understanding Evil: The Role of Satan in God's Plan

3min

Here I answer twenty common questions about Satan (also called the devil, Lucipher, etc.). Sorry for the clicking noise! I was accidentally clicking my highlighter without realizing it! Other videos referenced: Why Envy is the Most Miserable Sin: https://youtu.be/pXp5_412HA8?si=IraiuMhh6nyUzbKZ The Apostles Creed: EVERY Word Explained: https://youtu.be/VJvzSEElvj4?si=rJEoPBx6qOMypfOa Did Satan's Fall Corrupt Nature? https://youtu.be/p0G-3eFHeq8?si=bSzltcakKqijPxoc Christ is the Victor! (A Sermon on Colossians 2:15): https://youtu.be/xc_U_jzpZro?si=ImQ7CyzczndKCOQd

Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth.

Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.

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