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Introduction:
When I say the word “Satan” what is the first image that comes into your mind?
Many people think of the cartoon looking creature that is red with horns, a pitchfork, a pointed tail, and is the ruler of Hell.
This morning, we are going to take a look at where that picture of Satan came from and what the Bible really says about who Satan is and what he looks like.
Now, we could spend a lot of time on the subject of Satan, describing his methods of operating, his titles, and so on, but today, we want to primarily just focus on His description.
To do this, let’s turn in our Bibles to .
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Pray.
The imagery of Satan as many people view him, comes from a combination of the Bible and biblical imagery, Disney, and Greek mythology.
Greek mythology has more to do with it than anything.
Horns:
symbol of power in the Bible
Cloven Hooves:
Greek mythology
Pan
Ceasarea Philippi
Pitchfork:
Greek mythology
Hades - god of the underworld
Mistaken view that Satan is lord of Hell
23 Minutes in Hell - demons present in hell/tormenting the people there
No one inhabits “hell” right now
Pointed Tail:
Dragon
Red tights:
Anyone who has to wear tights must be in hell already!
Disney
Red Dragon imagery
What does the Bible really say about what Satan looks like?
To do this we will turn to Ezekiel.
It is important to understand first that the Bible often uses figurative language to describe angelic creatures and also their function.
Just think of the descriptions of the kingdoms given to Daniel.
Background of the Prophetic Passage
Direct vs. Indirect Prophecy
Language that tells us this is more than just a human (cherub)
1.Created Beautiful (v.11-13, 17)
2. Anointed Cherub (vv.14)
3. Created Perfect and Holy (v.14-15)
4. Roaring Lion ()
5. Angel of Light ()
6. Serpent/Deceiver (, )
7. Accuser ()
Conclusion:
Christ our Advocate
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