The Serpent of Paradise: The Incredible Story of How Satan's Rebellion Serves God's Purposes - Softcover

Lutzer, Erwin W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0802427200 ISBN 13: 9780802427205

Publisher: Moody Publishers, 1996

Synopsis

How we perceive our enemy will largely determine how we fight against him. Unless we grasp how the devil fits into God's scheme of things, we will find it difficult to stand against his conspiracy against us personally and his influence within our culture. We can have a proper theology of the devil only if we have a proper theology of God. Only when we stand in awe of God will we find it unnecessary to be in awe of Satan. As Martin Luther once said, 'The devil is God's devil.' God is still in control.

The Serpent of Paradise gives an overview of the career of Satan and his interaction with the Almighty. It traces his fall from an exalted position to his demise in everlasting shame and contempt. It shows us that Satan always loses even when 'he wins.' Best of all, it confirms that we who have been translated from the kingdom of darkness into the kingdom of light are able to stand against him. Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. Ephesians 6:10-11 NIV. The Serpent of Paradise is a book about Satan, but it is also a book about God's power, God's program, and God's purposes in this world.

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From the Back Cover

&quote;It is the best treatment of the person and work of the enemy I have ever read.&quote;

—R. C. Sproul, from the foreword

Many Christians are oblivious to the devil and his schemes. Others look for him everywhere. All need to hear what God’s Devil has to say: that the devil roams about, but on God’s leash.

In God’s Devil, Erwin W. Lutzer takes us to those corners of Scripture we rarely consider. With surprising insights and potent quotes at every turn, God’s Devil will:

• Teach you about Satan and his role in God’s plan for the world
• Give you confidence in God’s eternal victory over Satan
• Equip you to withstand Satan’s schemes

Martin Luther once said, &quote;Even the devil is God’s devil.&quote; So while this book is about Satan, it is even more about God’s sovereign power over him. Read it for wisdom, read it for peace, and read it for strength.

Dig deeper with the God’s Devil DVD and Study Guide.

About the Author

DR. ERWIN LUTZER has served as senior pastor of the Moody Church in Chicago for over 30 years. A renowned theologian, Dr. Lutzer earned his BTh from Winnipeg Bible College, a ThM from Dallas Theological Seminary, and an MA in philosophy from Loyola University. He is an award-winning author and the featured speaker on three radio programs that can be heard on more than 700 radio stations in the United States and around the world. Dr. Lutzer and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area and have three grown children and eight grandchildren.

Edition details

• Publisher: Moody Publishers
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 0802427200
• ISBN 13: 9780802427205
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 192