June 7, 2026 - Resist #4: The Devil | Ezekiel 28:12-15; Isaiah 14:12-14 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI

Who is the devil, and how does he work against God's people today? In this fourth message of the Resist series on spiritual warfare, we examine Scripture's teaching on the origin, objective, and strategies of Satan. From his creation as a glorious angel to his fall through pride, the Bible reveals a real adversary whose goal is to draw people into rebellion against God.Pastor explores the devil's primary tactics—deception, accusation, temptation, and persecution—and shows how believers can stand firm through faith in Christ. While Satan is a powerful enemy, he is not God's equal. He operates only within the limits God allows, and God sovereignly works even through suffering for the good of His people and the glory of His name.Key Takeaways: Satan was created good but fell through pride and rebellion.  The devil's ultimate goal is to turn people away from God.  Deception is Satan's primary weapon against believers and unbelievers.  Christ's righteousness is the answer to Satan's accusations.  Satan is a defeated and limited adversary under God's sovereign authority. Scripture References: Ezekiel 28:12-15, Isaiah 14:12-14, Genesis 3:1-6, John 8:44, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Mark 4:15, 1 Timothy 4:1, Zechariah 3:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 3:5, Acts 5:3, 1 Corinthians 7:5, 1 Timothy 3:6-7, Ephesians 4:26-27, Job 1:6-12, Revelation 2:10.