What are your thoughts?

[Crusader4Christ]

I agree TKD. If we did that, satan could easily deceive us into thinking that

he and his demons don't exist. However, you shouldn't be afraid of them (

that is, if you have God as your shield.)

[AFaceInTheCrowd]

YOU CANT JUST WALK UP TO THE DEVIL AND TIE HIS TAIL IN A KNOT.PEOPLE THINK THEY CAN GO HEAD TO HEAD WITH HIM.WITHOUT CHRIST,YOU AIN'T GONNA DO NOTHING BUT FALL. STAND BEHIND THE CROSS WHEN TROUBLE REARS ITS UGLY HEAD.THE VICTORY HAS ALREADY BEEN WON, CLAIM IT!

[Guest AnEarToHear]

"...Bold and arrogant, these men are not afraid to slander celestial beings; yet even angels, although they are stronger and more powerful, do not bring slanderous accusations against such beings in the presence of the Lord. But these men blaspheme in matters they do not understand."

2 Peter 2:10-12

"In the very same way, these dreamers pollute their own bodies, reject authority and slander celestial beings. But even the archangel Michael, when he was disputing with the devil about the body of Moses, did not dare bring a slanderous accusation against him, but said, "The Lord rebuke you!" Yet these men speak abusively against whatever they do not understand; and what things they do understand by instinct, like unreasoning animals-these are the very things that destroy them."

Jude vs. 8-10

[tsth]

I am in agreement with you AETH.

Amen.

In His Love,

Suzanne

[Crusader4Christ]

I'm not saying you must be scared or anything, but be aware of his presence

( I'm pertaining to satan). I know if I trust in God, and love Him, and ask for

His protection, I have nothing to worry about. But, we do fall into temptation

and iniquity each day.

[jesussaves]

I agree with Pam in that it is better to study the goodness of the Lord. However, we are not ignorant of satan's devices. It is wise to pray for the Lord to grant discernment in that area. Also, like in Matthew 17:14-21 and Mark914-29...the Lord clearly distinguishes between certain demonic forces. He taught us that there are those who are not cast out except by prayer and fasting. A study of what He has to say on the subject is good because His Word is a sword that, as one brother I know likes to say...cuts off demonic heads. The Lord has us covered on all sides by His Word, His Spirit, His blood and ofcourse our testimnoy of Him! Every demon gotta run :-)

They are subject to us...But praise be to the Awesome God we serve...the most wonderful and best of all is our names are written in the Lambs Book of Life! That is worth rejoicing over!! :-)

Have a blessed time of study. I pray it is fruitful.

[angels4u]

There are certain things we need to know about the enemy but we shouldn't be too obsessed with it, he is defeated on the cross !!

Read the book of Ef. and you will know how to protect yourself, as a child of God you will be protected, but I believe we should know what the enemy is up too, to decieve us and if he could make us doubt about our Salvation in Christ! But remember he is a born liar!

Glory to God who reigns forever!!

Angels

[Guest kelly]

Satan and his minions are our enimies; and you should learn of them, but in a most prayful way. Arm yourself with the word of the Lord,and ask the Holy Spirit to direct your studies. It is always good to learn the ways of your enimies when you are in warfare as we are.

[hazel]

I've also wondered from time to time if a study of demons would be appropriate for a Christian. My question to you would be what kind of texts, or referances you plan to use in your study? I would suggest to you that you need no other book than the Word of God! As I'm sure you know, it is whole , and complete, and has EVERY bit of information any child of God could ever need in ANY area of his Christian walk. Pray, and be open to His voice as you study,and he will supply the answers you seek! It's all in your Bible brother, but remember His is a still, small voice. God Bless You!