These were newish Christians, still in the early stages of having their faith anchored in truth. What a precarious time it was for the first century church.
2 Peter 1: Morning Star
What is fascinating about this particular code word is that it originally queued Satan, as depicted by the prophet Isaiah.
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Gospel of John: The Ruler of this World
God’s mighty deliverance of the world through the cross held echoes of the ancient contest God entered into with the powerful gods of Egypt.
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Gospel of John: Shalom
Peace I send forth to you, my peace I commit to you—not as the world delivers do I deliver. Do not let your hearts be troubled, stirred up, and agitated, neither let you all be afraid.
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Gospel of John: Father of Lies
The antidote to Satan's deceptions and schemes is found in retraining our minds, renouncing the lies, reprogramming the way we think by renewing our minds daily through the study of scripture, prayer, and living out the truths we learn.
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Acts Wednesday: Chapter 19, The Sons of Sceva
According to both the Lord Jesus Christ, and the apostles Paul, Peter, and John, spiritual warfare is very real and human beings are both the battle ground and the prize.
