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What is the primary purpose of the invisible powers present in our world?
What is the primary purpose of the invisible powers present in our world?
What is the meaning of Satan's name?
What is the meaning of Satan's name?
What is the limitation of Satan's power?
What is the limitation of Satan's power?
What is Satan's role in the world, according to Paul?
What is Satan's role in the world, according to Paul?
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What is the result of Satan's deception on the minds of men?
What is the result of Satan's deception on the minds of men?
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What was the consequence of Lucifer's rebellion against God?
What was the consequence of Lucifer's rebellion against God?
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What is the ultimate dwelling place of Satan and his angels?
What is the ultimate dwelling place of Satan and his angels?
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According to Paul, what do we wrestle against in the spiritual realm?
According to Paul, what do we wrestle against in the spiritual realm?
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What is Satan's strategy to deceive humanity?
What is Satan's strategy to deceive humanity?
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What is the limitation of Satan's power?
What is the limitation of Satan's power?
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Satan was cast out into heaven after his rebellion.
Satan was cast out into heaven after his rebellion.
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Satan's wisdom and genius became holiness and righteousness after his fall.
Satan's wisdom and genius became holiness and righteousness after his fall.
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Lucifer's rebellion resulted in his promotion to a higher position.
Lucifer's rebellion resulted in his promotion to a higher position.
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Satan is the ruler of the light of the world.
Satan is the ruler of the light of the world.
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Satan is omniscient and knows everything.
Satan is omniscient and knows everything.
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Hell was created for the __________ and his angels.
Hell was created for the __________ and his angels.
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Match the Bible verses with their descriptions:
Match the Bible verses with their descriptions:
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Lucifer's name was changed to __________, meaning 'adversary'.
Lucifer's name was changed to __________, meaning 'adversary'.
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Satan eventually assumed the role described by Paul as ruler 'of the __________ of this world'.
Satan eventually assumed the role described by Paul as ruler 'of the __________ of this world'.
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Having formerly dwelled in __________ and righteousness, Satan has knowledge of both good and evil.
Having formerly dwelled in __________ and righteousness, Satan has knowledge of both good and evil.
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Satan is the __________ of all imposters and counterfeiters.
Satan is the __________ of all imposters and counterfeiters.
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And he [Jesus] said unto them, I beheld Satan as __________ fall from heaven
And he [Jesus] said unto them, I beheld Satan as __________ fall from heaven
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Consequently, the rebels moved to a new __________
Consequently, the rebels moved to a new __________
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He was cast out into the __________, and his angels with him
He was cast out into the __________, and his angels with him
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For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against __________, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against __________, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world
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In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of __________, should shine unto them
In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of __________, should shine unto them
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Study Notes
A. God's Angels Created to Worship and Serve
- God's angels were created to worship and serve Him
- The Bible implies that angels existed before the creation of man
- Angels were created to praise and worship God (Psalm 148:2, 5, 6; Nehemiah 9:6)
- In heaven, angels offer their praise and worship to God (Revelation 5:11-12)
- Angels were also created to serve, and their servitude has never changed
- Although man was given a nature lower than that of angels, man's position is subject to be elevated above theirs (Hebrews 1:14)
B. To Aid, Protect, and Proclaim God's Messages on Earth
- Angels were commissioned by God to perform special assignments on earth
- They were directed to administer aid in a crisis, provide protection from danger, or bear God's own message (Psalm 34:7; 91:11; Hebrews 1:14)
- Angels have assumed many different forms and manifestations in fulfilling God's divine plan for the destinies of men and nations
- They have altered the course of busy political arenas of the world and protected countless saints from dangers
C. Lucifer, Son of Morning
- Lucifer, the most exalted of all the angels, occupied a place of prominence, second only to God Himself
- He was vested with every grace and anointed as the guardian of God's glory
- Lucifer coveted the blessings and allowed pride to corrupt his heart, leading to his downfall
D. War in Heaven
- Lucifer's rebellion resulted in banishment and the pronouncement of divine judgment
- A third of heaven's angels may have joined Lucifer's ill-fated revolt against God (Revelation 12:7-9)
- Lucifer's rebellion cost him his position and banished him from approaching God's throne
- Hell was created for the devil and his angels (Matthew 25:41)
E. Satan: God of This World
- Lucifer's name was changed to "Satan," meaning "adversary"
- His fallen angels were transformed into demons
- Satan is the most notorious of all imposters and counterfeiters
- He cleverly makes evil appear as good and good appear as evil
- Satan is powerful, but not omnipotent, and knowledgeable, but not omniscient
- He is the ruler of the darkness of this world, and his role is to deceive and divert the minds of men from God (Ephesians 6:12; II Corinthians 4:4)### Creation of Angels
- Angels were created by God to worship and serve Him
- Before the creation of man, angels were with God (Job 38:4, 7)
- Angels are the first and highest order of created beings (Psalm 148:2, 5, 6)
- God planned for angels to worship and praise Him (Nehemiah 9:6)
Roles of Angels
- Angels were created to serve and minister to believers (Hebrews 1:14)
- They aid, protect, and proclaim God's messages on earth (Psalm 34:7; 91:11; Hebrews 1:14)
- Angels have assumed many different forms and manifestations in fulfilling God's divine plan for the destinies of men and nations
- They have altered the course of busy political arenas of the world and protected countless saints from dangers
Lucifer and the Fall
- Lucifer, the most exalted of all the angels, occupied a place of prominence, second only to God Himself
- Lucifer was created holy and perfect in his ways, but he coveted God's blessings and allowed pride to corrupt his heart
- Lucifer's rebellion resulted in banishment and the pronouncement of divine judgment (Ezekiel 28:15)
- A third of heaven's angels may have joined Lucifer's ill-fated revolt against God (Revelation 12:7-9)
Satan: God of This World
- Lucifer's name was changed to "Satan," meaning "adversary" (Luke 10:18)
- Satan's majesty was perverted, and his wisdom and genius became craftiness and deceit
- Satan eventually assumed the role described by Paul as ruler "of the darkness of this world" (Ephesians 6:12)
- Satan is the most notorious of all imposters and counterfeiters, making evil appear as good and good appear as evil### Creation of Angels
- Angels were created to worship and serve God (Nehemiah 9:6; Daniel 7:10)
- Before the creation of man, angels were with God (Job 38:4, 7)
- Angels were the first and highest order of created beings (Psalm 148:2, 5, 6)
- God planned for angels to worship and praise Him (Revelation 5:11-12)
Purpose of Angels
- Angels were created to serve (Revelation 5:11-12)
- They aid, protect, and proclaim God's messages on earth (Psalm 34:7; 91:11; Hebrews 1:14)
- Angels are ministering spirits sent to minister for the heirs of salvation (Hebrews 1:14)
Lucifer, Son of Morning
- Lucifer was a holy angel, the most exalted of all the angels, occupying a place of prominence, second only to God Himself (Ezekiel 28:13-19)
- Lucifer was vested with every grace and anointed as the guardian of God's glory (Ezekiel 28:13-19)
- He was free to act as he wished, but coveted God's blessings and allowed pride to corrupt his heart (Ezekiel 28:15)
War in Heaven
- Lucifer's rebellion cost his position and banished him from approaching God's throne (Isaiah 14:12-15; Ezekiel 28:12-19)
- A third of heaven's angels may have joined Lucifer's ill-fated revolt against God (Revelation 12:7-9)
- The rebels were cast out of heaven and into the earth (Revelation 12:9)
Satan: God of This World
- Lucifer's name was changed to "Satan," meaning "adversary" (Luke 10:18; Ephesians 6:12)
- Satan's majesty was perverted, and his wisdom and genius became craftiness and deceit (Ephesians 6:12)
- Satan is the ruler of the darkness of this world, deceiving the minds of men and diverting their attention from God (II Corinthians 4:4)
- Satan is powerful, but not omnipotent, and has knowledge of both good and evil (Ephesians 6:12)
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This quiz explores the creation and purpose of angels in Christianity, their role in worship and service, and their presence on earth.
