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The Old Testament In The New Luke 22:31-32. What does the Devil have against me anyway?. “Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have (all of) you, that he might sift you like wheat…” - Luke 22:31. Satan Accuses Us.
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The Old Testament In The NewLuke 22:31-32 What does the Devil have against me anyway?
“Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have (all of) you, that he might sift you like wheat…” - Luke 22:31
Satan Accuses Us • “But stretch out your hand and touch all that he (Job) has, and he will curse you to your face." - Job 1:11 • “Then he showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, and Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him.” - Zechariah 3:1
Three Questions • Is Satan real? • What does the Bible teach about Satan? • Does Satan have a case against us?
The Bible Says… • Satan is real, and he’s against God and people • Satan’s power is constrained • Through Christ, he can be overcome • His doom is sure
Humanity’s Defense “In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart”
Does Satan Have a Case? • All have sinned • Hearts are evil • No one seeks God • “Good Works” like filthy rags
For the Defense… “Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have (all of) you, that he might sift you like wheat.” - Lk 22:31 “But I have prayed for you, Simon…” – Lk 22:32
For the Defense… • Jesus the Righteous our advocate • Jesus in Heaven for us • Jesus always lives to intercede for us • OT Saints know this too • Who will bring any charge? – No one!
An OT ExampleZechariah 3 • The “Angel of the Lord” cleanses and restores the High Priest (1-7) • The sinner does not defend himself • The restored one is given a job in the Kingdom • Messiah’s Work is Foretold • Forgiveness of sin brings peace • Are you ready