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The Binding of Satan

'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Satan, as a serpent, intruded into the harmonious relationship between God and mankind in the Garden of Eden, disrupting the peace and ruining paradise. As a deceiver, accuser, and destroyer, he has caused unbelief, fear, distrust, hatred, and division ever since. God, our Host, has prophesied in His Word that He will one day, for a time, cast this intruder out to restore peace to His fellowship with humanity. Satan remains a major cause of the present separation between God and man, and his binding after Christ's return will be a vital step toward the restitution of all things, facilitating harmony during the thousand-year reign of Jesus Christ on earth. God's curse on the serpent signals the ultimate end of Satan, though his daily, evil influences persist, tempting and deceiving human beings, especially God's children. Someday soon, just after Christ's return, God will break Satan's power over humanity for a thousand years, imprisoning him for most of the Millennium, allowing the earth and its inhabitants to enjoy times of refreshing without his constant pressure to defy God.

Behind Enemy Lines: Lucifer, Helel, and Satan

Sermonette by Clyde Finklea

In the great spiritual battle faced by God's people, the adversary known as Satan employs deception as a primary tactic. As described by the Apostle Paul in II Corinthians 11:3, just as the serpent deceived Eve with craftiness, so too does Satan seek to lead minds astray. Referred to as the serpent of old, this name clearly identifies him and draws attention to his crafty character and persistent activity in temptation and deception. His nature as a deceiver permeates his actions, continuously working to obscure the truth of God through lies, denials, counterfeits, and perversions, as emphasized in Revelation 12:9 where he is noted for deceiving the whole world.

A Contrast of Kings

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

We currently have no preparation for our future roles as kings and priests, but God desires to fill thousands of leadership positions in the Millennium.

In the Wake of an Unnatural Disaster (Part Two)

Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Though Satan has been working feverishly for thousands of years, the most dramatic erosion of spiritual and moral values has occurred in the last 70 years.

The Spiritual Mark of the Beast

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Anger and hostility, driven by self-centered competitive pride constitute Satan's spiritual mark that divides nations, ethnic groups, families, and the church.

Satan (Part 2)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Satan uses disinformation, spread through false ministers/prophets, teaching smooth things that destroy. We must test the spirits to ensure a teaching is from God.

Did Eve Really Speak to a Snake?

CGG Weekly by Mike Fuhrer

Referring to Satan as a serpent is an example of a figure of speech. No ancient, physical snake is still running errands for Satan.

Behind Enemy Lines (Part Two)

CGG Weekly by Clyde Finklea

Satan is the opponent of God, of believers, and of all that is right and good. He may appear as 'an angel of light', but this is only a façade.

Conspiracy Theory (Part Eight)

Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

People who are Satan's pawns in this conspiracy have no idea they are being manipulated. The religion of secular humanism binds the enterprise together.

Real Comprehensive Communication

Sermonette by Mark Schindler

Only by activating the power of God's Spirit can God's people enjoy quality communication with God, giving them vast insight into the purposes of God.

The First Prophecy (Part One)

'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Genesis is a book of beginnings, and in that theme, it also contains the first prophecy. Part of it is God's curse on the serpent in Genesis 3:14-15.

The Plan of Salvation in Genesis 3:15

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The sin of Adam and Eve led to three prophecies that outline God's plan to remedy this grim situation. The conflict ends with the Christ destroying Satan.

The Adversary

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Pride, vanity, presumption, and self-absorption led to Satan's demise. Satan's madness (that he is his own god) is the spirit of this world,

Jesus Christ's Purposeful Manifestation

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

When Jesus Christ appears, having received power promised to Eve's offspring, He will destroy the works of the devil, which includes removing our sins.

Leadership and the Covenants (Part Nine)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Neither Satan nor his demons cause us to sin; we chose to sin, and we die as a result. We were created upright, but bring judgment on ourselves.

Do Angels Live Forever? (Part One)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

We cannot assume that angels are immortal and share the same kind of spirit God Almighty has; we cannot assume they are indestructible.

What I Believe About Conspiracy Theories

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The drive toward one world government is a transparent reality having several biblical prototypes, all inspired by demonic opposition to God's rule.

The Spirit World

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Though many popular notions of angels come from non-biblical sources, the Bible offers the most accurate insights into their role, nature, and function.

Psychological Manipulation

Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Subtle influences seek to continually shape us; our mental state is influenced by our environment, seeking to move us in a direction away from God.

Do Angels Live Forever?

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

How will God deal with the demons? Here are four common assumptions made regarding Satan's and the demons' fate, along with a cohesive explanation.

How Human Nature Came to Be

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Why is human nature so corrupt? Why is it so widespread? How did it come to be? Did God create it this way?

Leadership and the Covenants (Part Seven)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

All of the sufferings in the present had their origin in the Garden of Eden when our parents sinned, seemingly in secret. The effects of sins radiate outward.

Anticipating the Enemy

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

We become vulnerable to Satan when we allow pride to consume us, cozy up to false doctrine, toy with the paranormal, or let down in prayer and Bible study