the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world (1 John 2:16, King James Version. Demons (Luke 10:17) are those fallen angels who follow Satan. Some demons are in chains awaiting judgment (2 Peter 2:4) and other demons work together with Satan to promote evil in the world (see Ephesians 6:12). Demons are called by various names such as unclean spirits (Mark 1:23-27 King James Version, evil spirits (Luke 7:21 KJV), seducing spirits (1 Tim. 4:1 KJV), or foul spirits (Mark 9:25 KJV). They can posses the bodies of individuals ( see Mark 5:1-9). One who is possessed may appear to be insane, and he may have superhuman physical power Acts 19:16). Demon possession may cause physical maladies ( see Matt. 9:32). Demons may speak through the mouths of those possessed ( see Mark 5:7,8). Demons lead people to sin (John 8:44). Demons may give special powers such as the power to foretell the future—the spirit of divination (see Acts 16:16). Christians should beware of those who practice demonic activity such as witchcraft (Gal. 5:20); sorcery (Acts 8:9-11); and consulting with the spirits of the dead (see Deut. 18:9-12). Satan and his angels were judged by the sacrifice of Christ and his resurrection (see John 12:31,32). But Satan is still promoting evil in the world. In the end, Satan and his angels will be thrown into the lake of fire (see Rev. 20:10; 2 Peter 2:4; Jude 6). Christians can avoid succumbing to Satan and his angels. The demons are afraid of God (see James 2:19). Christians can rely upon the power of the indwelling Holy Spirit to protect them from Satan (see 1 John 4:4). When encountering demonic activity, they can pray in the name of Jesus (see John 14:14). BACK TO OUTLINE Page 2 of THEOLOGY - Angels 1/7/2012 http://test.missionstraining.org/Theology/Angels.html
