1. The Power Of Satan
1 Peter 5:6-9

2. 1 Peter 5:6-9 The Power of Satan
“6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: 7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 9 Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world”
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3. Introduction The Power of Satan
Peter gives an accurate description of Satan…
Our adversary
As a roaring Lion
Seeks to devour us
Must not under estimate his power and devices
He tempted Christ - Matthew 4:1-11
What can we do to protect our souls?
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4. Facts About Satan! The Power of Satan
He is the “prince of this world” - Eph. 2:2; John 16:7-11
He is the “god of this world” - 2 Corinthians 4:3, 4
He is the father of lies - John 8:44
He influences sinners - 1 John 3:8
He ensnares people - 2 Timothy 2:24-26
He robs men of God’s Word - Luke 8:12
Works through false teachers - Acts 13:6-12
2 Corinthians 11:13-15
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5. The Devil Seeks to Devour!
As a roaring lion - 1 Peter 5:8, 9
Desires to feast on Christians - Luke 22:31, 32
Often among God’s people - Job 1:6-12
He tempts - 1 Thessalonians 3:5
He fills hearts with evil to:
Lie & Deceive - Acts 5:1-3
Follow the world - Galatians 5:19-21
Break up homes - 1 Corinthians 7:3-5
Divide brethren - Romans 16:17-20
Depart from the Truth - 1 Timothy 4:1; 5:14, 15; Colossians 2:8
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6. “Resist the devil and he will flee from you” - James 4:7
What Can We Do?
Not be ignorant of his devices - 2 Corinthians 2:11
Refuse to cooperate with him - Acts 5:3, 4
Be prepared and oppose him - Ephesians 4:26, 27; 6:11
Resist him - James 4:7; Romans 6:12, 13; 1 Peter 5:9
“Resist the devil and he will flee from you” - James 4:7
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