What The Bible Says About Satan
What The Bible
Says About Satan
A good soldier attempts to gain as much information as possible about his enemy in order to most effectively oppose him. For the Christian engaged in spiritual warfare, the Bible is the only reliable source of information about our enemy, Satan.
The three referenced lists that follow – of Satan’s names, his activities and some facts about him – are provided to help make you a more aware and watchful warrior in the battle “against spiritual wickedness in high places” (Eph. 6:11-12 KJV).
Names For Satan Scripture References
1. Satan (adversary) 1 Chronicles 21:1, and 52 other times.
2. The devil (tempter) Matthew 4:1, and 35 other times.
3. The prince of the power of the air Ephesians 2:2
4. The god of this age 2 Corinthians 4:4
5. The king of death Hebrews 2:14
6. The prince of this world John 12:31
7. The ruler of darkness Ephesians 6:12
8. Leviathan (dwells in the sea of humanity) Isaiah 27:1
9. Lucifer (light-bearer, shining one) Isaiah 14:12
10. The dragon Revelation 12:7
11. The deceiver Revelation 20:10
12. Apollyon (destroyer) Revelation 9:11
13. Beelzebub (prince of demons) Matthew 12:24
14. Belial (vileness, ruthlessness) 2 Corinthians 6:15
15. The wicked one Matthew 13:38
16. The tempter 1 Thessalonians 3:5
17. The accuser of the brethren Revelation 12:10
18. An angel of light 2 Corinthians 11:14-15
19. A liar John 8:44; Genesis 3:4-5
20. A murderer John 8:44
2l. The enemy Matthew 13:39
22. A roaring lion 1 Peter 5:8
Activities Of Satan Scripture References
1. He has his own synagogue Revelation 2:9
2. He has his own doctrines 1 Timothy 4:1
3. He has his own deep teachings Revelation 2:24
4. He has a throne Revelation 2:13; 13:2
5. He has a kingdom Luke 4:5-6
6. He has worshipers Revelation 13:4
7. He has angels Revelation 12:7
8. He has ministers 2 Corinthians 11:15
9. He performs miracles 2 Thessalonians 2:9; Matthew 7:21-23
10. He has his sacrifices 1 Corinthians 10:20
11. He has his fellowship 1 Corinthians 10:20
12. He has an army (host) Isaiah 24:21
13. He sows tares among God’s wheat Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43
14. He instigates false doctrine 1 Timothy 4:1
15. He perverts God’s Word Genesis 3:1-4
16. He hinders the work of God’s servants 1 Thessalonians 2:18
17. He opposes prayers of God’s servants Daniel 10:12-13
18. He blinds men to the truth 2 Corinthians 4:4
19. He steals God’s Word from hearts Matthew 13:19
20. He accuses Christians before God Job 1:7-12; Zechariah 3:1-4; Revelation 12:10
21. He lays snares for us 1 Timothy 3:7; 2 Timothy 2:26
22. He tempts us Matthew 4:1; Ephesians 6:11
23. He afflicts us Job 2:7; Luke 13:16; Acts 10:38; 2 Corinthians 12:7
24. He deceives us Revelation 12:9; 20:8-10
25. He undermines the sanctity of the home 1 Corinthians 7:3-5
26. He urges us to transgress God’s holiness 1 Chronicles 21:1; Matthew 16:22-23; John 13:2; Acts 5:3
Facts About Satan Scripture References
1. He was named Lucifer before he fell Isaiah 14:12
2. He was full of wisdom and beauty Ezekiel 28:12
3. He was in Eden Ezekiel 28:13
4. He was adorned with precious stones Ezekiel 28:13
5. He had great musical ability Ezekiel 28:13
6. He was the anointed cherub of God Ezekiel 28:14
7. He fell because of pride Ezekiel 28:17; 1 Timothy 3:6
8. He tried to steal God’s throne Isaiah 14:13
9. He wanted to be like God Isaiah 14:14
10. He is deceptive and crafty 2 Corinthians 2:11; 11:3
11. He knows the Scriptures Matthew 4:6
12. He has a strong, captivating will 2 Timothy 2:26
13. He desires to control us Luke 22:31
14. He possesses great wrath Revelation 12:12
15. He will be cast into the lake of fire Revelation 20:10
By Larry Ondrejack