Systematic Theology Part 6b

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Demonology – the study Satan and His DemonsThe origins of DemonsNon-elect angels (2 Peter 2:4)Satan led rebellion in Heaven Rev 12– 1/3 of the angels fell. (Fallen Angels)The activity of Satan and His DemonsTo stop the cross/gospel (Matt 16:18)To fulfill the will of Satan (Rev Matt 25:41)To blind the minds of the reprobate (2 Cor 4:4)To deceiving people into believing lies. (1 Tim 4:1)To torment by means of possession (Matt 12:43-45,17:15)Demon possessionOnly possible by God’s permission – Job 1:12A tool/instrument of God, in judging fallen Humanity Rev 9:4, 1 Sam 16:14Supernatural in nature. Ability to control and torment victimsThe casting out of Demons was public, immediate and by the authority of Christ.The defeat and future of Satan and his demonsSatan and His demons defeated at the cross, chained in the abyss. 2 Pet 2:4, Col 2:15There activity restrained/ no longer able to deceive the nations. (Rev 20:3-5)Destined for the lake of fire/eternal punishment. (Matt 25:41)Spiritual warfare and the present activity of Satan (Eph 6:11-18)Satan was defeated at the cross but…he still has the power to deceiveBelievers have to put on the full armor God:“Helmet” of salvation, “breast plate” of righteousness, “belt” of truth, “shield” of faith, “sword” of the spirit and the “shoes” of the gospel.Resist Satan and he will flee from, this is done by looking to the promise.