The importance of lies to Satan can’t be overstated. It’s not just a method he uses to build his kingdom but a reflection of a core defect in his nature: He is incapable of telling the truth. Jesus was speaking to some Jews in Jerusalem who were seeking to kill him. He told them that they couldn’t accept His word because they were like their father, Satan: “You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is…
We’ve seen some specific examples of Satan’s methods, like his deception in the Garden of Eden, and his entering into Judas for the purpose of betraying Jesus. And, in the general information regarding fallen angels, I’ve offered a list of various specific powers and activities associated with Satan and his demons, tools available to him in his pursuit of being like God. Rather than focusing solely on Satan’s specific methods however, it’s also useful to step back and look at Satan’s methods in a general sense. I believe he has three basic methods to maintain and advance his kingdom: He…