Sermon Notes for 10-5-25 Part 1 1st Timothy 4: 1-6. Becoming That Person Who Is Regularly Involved In Discipling, Or Spiritually Mentoring Another For Christ.

Now, let’s turn to 1st Timothy Chapter 4. Now, let’s continue with our on-going series that we have entitled, “Becoming That Person Who Is Regularly Involved In Discipling, Or Spiritually Mentoring Another For Christ.

So then, let’s notice again 1st Timothy 4:1. Now, The Spirit Explicitly Says, that in latter times some will depart from the faith, (Why?) Giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons. (Stop here)

Now, we are still learning from this first section, from this first topic here in 1st Timothy 4:1 thru 6, in which the spirit is explicitly saying some important things to you & I, but are we listening?

Also remember, there are 12 different topics that we will see over time and they are some of the things that God expects from you & I when we areaway from our local church fellowship.

So then, whether we are at home. Or, on the job. Or, at school. Or, in the neighborhood. Or, within the community. Wherever we are at, or whomever we are with!  These 12 different topics which some of them we will see in Chapter 4. And some of them we will see in Chapter 5. And some of them we will see in Chapter 6.  These are some of the things that God expects from you & I when we are away from our local church fellowship.

And finally, let’s not forget that these 12 different topics that we will see over time, from Chapter 4, from Chapter 5, and from Chapter 6. At some point these various topics should be shared and explain to that person whom the Lord has entrusted unto us to discipline them, and mentor them for Christ! Because, they are going to have some questions and concerns about what The Lord expects of them when they are away from our local church fellowship. and therefore, we need to be prepared to address such matters with them directly & Biblically!

Now, let’s notice 1st Timothy 4:1, Now, The Spirit explicitly says, that in latter times some will depart from the faith, (Why?) Giving heed to Deceiving Spirits and Doctrines of Demons. (Stop here)

Now, let’s turn to The Book of Job Chapter 38. Now, notice Job 38: 4 Where were you Job when I The LORD laid the foundations of the earth?  And tell me, if you have understanding. 5 Who determined its measurements? Surely you know!  Or who stretched the line upon it? 6 To what were its foundations fastened? Or who laid it’s cornerstone, **7 When the Morning Stars sang together, and all the Sons of God shouted for joy? (Stop here)

(Question) Who are the Morning Stars of Job 38:7? Well, see Isaiah 14:12A. How you are fallen from heaven O Lucifer, son of the morning! 

(Question) Who Are The Sons Of God Of Job 38: 7? Well, see Job 1:6.  Now, there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before The Lord and Satan also came among them.

Now, see Job 2:1. Again, there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before The Lord, and Satan came also among them to present himself before The Lord.Now, sometimes the sons of God can also refer to redeem or saved human beings.

See Romans 8: 14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. 16 The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, 17 and if children, then heirs and heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together.

Now, with the help of the Scriptures let’s continue to understand The Origin Of Evil Spirits Or Demons Or Fallen Angels.

Now, see again Job 38:7. When the Morning Stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy?  (Stop here) Apparently, there was a time in the past among God’s angels that there was •Harmony.•Obedience. •Unity. •And cooperation with their Creator and with one another. But, unfortunately, something happened that would change everything!

Now, see Ezekiel 28: 12 Son of man Ezekiel take up a lamentation for or against the king of Tyre and say unto him, thus says The Lord God: You were the seal of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. ••13 You were in Eden The Garden of God. Every precious stone was your covering: The sardius, topaz, and diamond, Beryl, onyx, and jasper, Sapphire, turquoise, and emerald with gold.  ••The workmanship of your timbrels and pipes was Prepared for you on the day you were created.                                                                             ••14 You were The Anointed Cherub who covers.

Now, see Genesis 3:24.  So, The Lord God drove out the man; Adam and Eve and The Lord God placed at the east of the garden of Eden Cherubims and a flaming sword which turned every way, to keep the way of the Tree of Life.

Now, see again Ezekiel 28: ••14 You were the Anointed Cherub who covers. I established you; You were on the holy mountain of God; You walked back and forth in the midst of fiery stones. ••15 You were perfect in your ways from the day you were created until iniquity was found in you. ••16 By the abundance of your trading You became filled with violence within and you sinned!Therefore, I cast you as a profane thing Out of the mountain of God; **And I destroyed you  O covering cherub), from the midst of the fiery stones. ••17 Your heart was lifted up because of your beauty You corrupted your wisdom for the sake of your splendor; I cast you to the ground, I laid you before kings that they might gaze upon you.

Now, let’s understand the best we can about The Fall Or Expulsion Of Rebellious Angels, The Fallen Angels.

Now, see Isaiah 14:    12. How you are fallen from heaven O Lucifer, son of the morning! How you are cut down to the ground, You who weakened the nations! 13 For you have said in your heart: •I will ascend into heaven, •I will exalt my throne above the stars of God; •I will also sit on the mount of the congregation on the farthest sides of the north; 14 •I will ascend above the heights of the clouds, •I will be like the Most-High. (Stop here)  15 Yet, you shall be brought down to Sheol, to the lowest depths of the Pit. 16 Those who see you will gaze at you, and consider you, saying: 'Is this the man who made the earth tremble, who shook kingdoms,

Now, see Matthew 25:41. Then He will also say to those on the left hand, depart from Me, you cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels.

Now, see Revelation 12: 7 And war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought with the dragon; and the dragon and his angels fought, 8 but they did not prevail, nor was a place found for them in heaven any longer. 9 So the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. 

For Communion Time 10-5-25.   Now, let’s turn to 1st Corinthians 11: Now, please notice 1st Corinthians 11:24, And when (He) The Lord Jesus had given thanks, He broke it the unleavened bread, and said, Take eat; This is My body which is broken for you. Do this in remembrance of Me, our Lord Jesus Said! (Stop here)

Now, you might recall that on the first Sunday in September, we spent some time looking at the phrase, this is My body which is broken for you!

However today, let’s finish up with vs. 24 by considering this strange request from our Lord Jesus Christ, when He said at the end of vs. 24, do this in remembrance of Me! And also, at the end of vs. 25 this do as often as you drink it in remembrance of Me. And lastly, see Luke 22: 19. And Jesus took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto (them) His Disciples saying, this is my body which is given for you: *this do in remembrance of me!

(Question), But why would our Lord Jesus make this kind of request of His Disciples?•Was it because He was feeling discouraged. •Or He was feeling insecure. •Or He was feeling forgotten. •Or He was feeling egotistic. Why would our Lord Jesus make this kind of request of His Disciples, do this in remembrance of me! So then, why would our Lord Jesus make this kind of request of His Disciples, “Do This In Remembrance Of Me!” to teach us the importance of Decentralizing of Self! Show you what I mean!

See The Gospel of John 3:30.  (He) The Lord Jesus Christ, must increase, but I must decrease! This would be The Decentralizing Of Self! (Next), The Commemoration Of One Who Is Greater Than Ourselves. 

Now, let’s see Philippians 2: 9. Wherefore, God also has highly exalted Him and has given Him a Name which is above every name. 10. That at the Name of Jesus every knee should bow.  Of things in Heaven, and of things on Earth, and of things Under the earth. 11.  And that every tongue or mouth should confess, that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God The Father. And lastly, The Refocusing Upon The One Who Puts Everything Into Perspective.

Now, let’s see Revelation 1: 8. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith The Lord. Which is, and which was, and which is to come, The Almighty! 18. I am He that lives and was dead! But behold, I am alive, for evermore, Amen! And I have the keys of hell and of death!  •••••••••••••••••••••    Now, I have upon request A biblical article for you to read that you might find helpful in answering the question, Why Would Our Lord Jesus Make This Kind Of Request Of His Disciples, Do This In Remembrance Of Me?

Well, here are a few things we should consider as 21st. Century Gentile Disciples of Jesus Christ.

First, on the night before He died, Jesus Christ shared a Passover meal with His Disciples. Traditionally, Passover commemorated God’s deliverance of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. Yet, during the meal, Jesus gave fresh meaning to the bread and wine, identifying them as symbols of His impending death. In this way, Jesus transformed the Passover observance into a memorial of His own sacrifice and established a new and enduring ordinance for the Church.

At a pivotal moment in the meal, with the Disciples reclining around a table, Jesus demonstrated this transformation in a tangible way. 

After He took bread, gave thanks, broke it, and distributed it to the apostles, He said, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me” (Luke 22:19, ESV). 

Even though Jesus’ directive only refers to the bread in Luke’s Gospel, Paul added that it extended to the wine or “cup” as well: “In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me’” (1 Corinthians 11:25).

With these instructions, Jesus commanded His followers to regularly participate in this commemoration later named the Lord’s Supper (e.g., Acts 2:42; 20:7; cf. 1 Corinthians 11:20). 

To understand the reason for the repetitive nature of the ordinance, it’s important to recognize that Jesus redefined the bread and cup to symbolize something greater than freedom from Egyptian slavery. The bread symbolizes Jesus’ body. Consuming it during the Lord’s Supper recalls the sacrificial purpose of His death for sinners (Isaiah 53:12; Galatians 1:4, 2:20; Titus 2:14). 

The cup symbolizes Jesus’ blood, shed for the forgiveness of sin (Matthew 26:28; Ephesians 1:7). This transformation of the meaning of the bread and cup highlights Jesus’ death as the ultimate fulfillment of what the Passover event and meal only foreshadowed.

With the bread and cup imbued with fresh meaning, Jesus instructed His followers, “Do this in remembrance of me.” This instruction means that Jesus’ followers are to regularly consume the bread and cup to memorialize His death on the cross for sin.

The act of remembrance, illustrated in the Lord’s Supper, is an important theme in the Bible. 

It often contrasts the behaviors of those who obey God with those who don’t. For instance, disobedience is associated with forgetfulness of God (e.g., Judges 8:34), and obedience is the result of remembering Him (cf. Psalm 78:11, 35, 42).

Furthermore, in the Bible, remembering often implies more than just mental recollection. As seen in the tradition of the Passover meal, those who partake do more than merely think about their ancestors’ escape from Egyptian slavery; they also symbolically reenact parts of it. For instance, participants consume maror, a bitter herb, often represented by horseradish, to symbolize the misery of slavery (Exodus 12:8). 

Similarly, they eat unleavened bread called matzah to represent the Israelites’ hasty departure from Egypt they had no time to wait for the bread to rise (Exodus 12:18).

In a similar way, observing the Lord’s Supper involves more than just cognitive recall. It is a multisensory experience in which eating bread and drinking the cup deepens the engagement of those who partake. Contrary to the beliefs in some traditions, the point of the commemoration isn’t to re-crucify Jesus, just as the purpose of the Passover meal wasn’t meant to re-enslave and free the Jews. 

Instead, the Lord’s Supper enables participants to identify with God’s deliverance of sinners through Jesus’ death on the cross.

While the observance of the Lord’s Supper in modern churches is often a solemn and reflective experience, its theological nature is celebratory. Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29), has provided sinners with the ultimate sacrifice. His death on the cross fulfilled what the sacrificial lamb of Passover meals only foreshadowed (Hebrews 9:27). 

When Christians regularly partake of the bread and cup to memorialize Jesus’ death, they aren’t only obeying a command but praising and thanking God for the victory and freedom that is theirs in Jesus (1 Corinthians 15:57). ••••••••••••••••••••• Sermon Notes for 10-12-25 Part 2 1st Timothy 4: 1-6 Becoming That Person Who Is Regularly Involved In Discipling, Or Spiritually Mentoring Another For Christ.

Now, let’s turn to 1st Timothy Chapter 4. Now, let’s continue with our on-going series that we have entitled, “Becoming That Person Who Is Regularly Involved In Discipling, Or Spiritually Mentoring Another For Christ”.

Now, we are still learning from this first section, from this first topic here in 1st Timothy 4:1 thru 6, in which The Spirit is explicitly saying some important things to you & I but are we listening?

So, then let’s notice again 1st Timothy 4: 1. Now, The Spirit explicitly says, that in latter times some will depart from the faith, sound doctrine. Why?  Giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons. (Stop here)

Now, beginning here at 1st Timothy 4:1 thru 6, which is one of 12 different topics that we will see over time for these 12 different topics are just some of the things that God Expects from you & I when we are away from our local church fellowship.

So, think about it, whether we are at home. Or, on the job or, at school. Or, in the neighborhood. Or, within the community. Or wherever we are at, and whomever we are with! 

These 12 different topics which some of them we will see in Chapter 4.  And some of them we will see in Chapter 5. And some of them we will see in Chapter 6.  And again, these are some of the things that God expects from you & I when we are away from our local church fellowship.

However, let’s not forget that these 12 different topics that we will see from Chapter 4, from Chapter 5, and from Chapter 6.

At some point these various topics which we are learning about, they should be shared and explain to that person whom the Lord has entrusted unto us to disciple them, and mentor them for Christ!  Because, they are going to have some questions and concerns about what The Lord expects of them in Chapter 4, in Chapter 5, and in Chapter 6, when they are away from the local church fellowship that they are a part of. And therefore, you & I need to be prepared to address such matters with them directly & Biblically. Amen!

Now, let’s notice again 1st Timothy 4:1, Now, The Spirit explicitly says, that in latter times some will depart from the faith, Why? Giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons. (Stop here)

Now, let’s turn to The Book of Job Chapter 38.

Now, last Sunday with The Holy Spirit’s help along with the Scriptures, we were able to understand a few things regarding the origin of evil spirits, or demons, or fallen angels according to the Bible. Show you what I mean!

Now, notice Job 38: 4 Where were you Job when I The LORD laid the foundations of the earth? And tell me, if you have understanding. 5 Who determined its measurements? Surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? 6 To what were its foundations fastened? Or who laid it’s cornerstone, **7 When the morning stars sang together, and all the Sons Of God shouted for joy? (Stop here)

Now, this could possible timeline here in vs. 4,5, &6, in which the Scriptures are revealing unto us, the existence of possibly 2 types of Angelic beings, also known as Angels who existed way before the creation of the Earth and our Solar System.

Now, let’s turn to The Book of Isaiah Chapter 14.

And also, last Sunday with the help of The Holy Spirit and along with the Scriptures, we were able to understand a few things regarding the fall and the expulsion of those rebellious angels, such as Lucifer and the other angels who followed him. Therefore, Biblically speaking, they are now known as, “Fallen Angels!”

Now, let’s see again Isaiah 14:12. How you are Fallen from heaven. O Lucifer son of the morning! How you are cut down to the ground, You who weakened the nations! (Stop here) 

Now, see Luke 10:18. For our Lord Jesus speaking unto them His Disciples, “I beheld Satan as lightning fall from Heaven!” (Stop here) 

Now, let’s go back to Isaiah 14:12. Now, see again Isaiah 14: 12 How you are fallen from heaven O Lucifer, son of the morning, How you are cut down to the ground, You who weakened the nations!  13 For you have said in your heart: •I will ascend into heaven, •I will exalt my throne above the stars of God; •I will also sit on the mount of the congregation on the farthest sides of the north; 14 •I will ascend above the heights of the clouds, •I will be like the Most-High.  15 Yet, you shall be brought down to Sheol, to the lowest depths of the Pit. (Stop here) 

Now, let’s also see Revelation 20: 1.  And I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand.  2.  And he laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the Devil, and Satan, and bound him a thousand years,  3.  And cast Satan into the bottomless pit, and shut him up, and set a seal upon him, that he should deceive the nations no more until the thousand years should be fulfilled.  And after that Satan must be loosed a little season!

Also, let’s see Revelation 12: 7. And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels, 9. And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.

Now, at this time, I would like to show you a 6 minute Biblical animation video that explains why God will not ever forgive Satan, and why there will never be any redemption or salvation for Satan either!  https://youtu.be/LUDXqQQy5-4

Universalism   A Doctrine of Demons.  Now, you may or may not be aware, but there is a very popular idea, belief, and teaching, in some circles of Christianity and beyond who are convinced that every human being who ever lived, past, present, or the future, along with Lucifer and all the other fallen angels as well!  Ultimately, all will be forgiven and all be saved and reconciled unto God because of the atoning work of Jesus Christ on the cross.

Rather than what the Bible teaches, that only a select few of redeemed human beings, from the past, from the present, and from the days that are ahead.

Now, this very popular idea, belief, and teaching, is called, “Universalism,” which helps to make God look good, instead of looking like a vindictive Deity. But also,  “Universalism,” makes everybody feel good that there will not be a judgment that they will have to face, that the Bible teaches!

Now, let me share with you some notable Universalist Teachers that you might be familiar with or you heard about them.

Rob Bell, a former Evangelical Pastor of Mars Hill Bible Church, whose book Love Wins discussed the idea that God's love will ultimately redeem everyone.

The late Carlton Pearson, a former Pentecostal Bishop who was mentored by Televangelist Oral Roberts back in the 70s.  But Carlton Pearson, years later would embrace and teach Universal Reconciliation!  This is a view that all people will ultimately be saved and reconciled unto God through the atoning work of Jesus Christ, rather than only just a select few.

Robin Parry, a Christian author and theologian, who is also known as, Gregory MacDonald, his pen name. Robin Parry is a key figure in Evangelical Universalism. 

Now, let’s turn to 2nd Peter Chapter 3. (Question) Do you think or believe that the Bible teaches “Universalism,” because of certain verses that are wrongly taught by some? Show you what I mean!

Now, notice carefully 2nd Peter 3:9. “The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some men count slackness or delays. But The Lord is long suffering towards us. Who are the us? (See vs. 8) But Beloved, do not forget this one thing, that with The Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.

 But, The Lord is longsuffering towards us, Not willing that any, (Note) and believe it or not, there are some who would suggest that this would include every human being who ever lived, along with Lucifer and all the other fallen angels as well!

Now, here comes their reason. Why! “But The Lord is longsuffering towards us, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.”

Now, let’s turn to Colossians Chapter 1. (Question) Do you think or believe that The Bible teaches “Universalism,” Because of certain verses that are wrongly taught by some?

Now, let’s see Colossians 1:20. And by Him in vs.13. The Son of His Love. (NKJV) •To reconcile all things to Himself by Him in vs.19, The Father whether things on earth or things in heaven. How? Having made peace through the blood of His cross to reconcile all things to Himself by Him whether things on earth or things in heaven. 

And believe it or not, there are some who would suggest that this would include every human being who ever lived, along with Lucifer and all the other fallen angels as well!

Now, let’s turn to Matthew Chapter 25. (Question,) who is the ruler, the chief, the leader of all the fallen angels?

Well, see Matthew 25: 41.  Our Lord Jesus is speaking, then shall He, the King in vs. 34 will say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, you cursed into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels. (Question) Who is the ruler, the chief, the leader of all the fallen angels?

Well, let’s see Ephesians 2:2.  Wherein in time past you walked according to the course of this world, •According to (The Prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now works in the children of disobedience.) Stop here! (Question) Who is the ruler, the chief, the leader of all the fallen angels?

Well, let’s see Ephesians 6: 11 Put on the whole armor of God that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, •But against principalities. •against powers. •against the rulers of the darkness of this age. •and against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.

And finally, let’s turn to Matthew Chapter 7.

My last question, Who is the ruler, the chief, the leader of your life? (Repeat) •Self? •Satan? •Or The Lord Jesus Christ?

Well, let’s see Matthew 7:21.  Not everyone who says unto Me, Lord, Lord, shall enter the kingdom of Heaven. But he or she who does the will of My Father in heaven (Stop here.) (Question) What is the will of The Father in heaven for you and for me?

Well, let’s see The Gospel of John 6:40. And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that everyone who sees The Son.

(Note) See The Gospel of John 20:29.  And Jesus said unto him, Thomas because you have seen Me you have believed. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed!

Now, back to The Gospel of John 6:40. And this is the will of Him who sent Me, that everyone who sees The Son and believes in Him, may have everlasting life; and I will raise him or her up at the last day.”

Now, back to Matthew Chapter 7. Now, notice again Matthew 7:21. Not everyone  who says unto Me, Lord, Lord, shall enter the kingdom of Heaven. But he or she who does the Will of My Father in heaven. 

 (Quote) Luke 6:46.  But why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do the things which I say?

Now, notice again Matthew 7: 21 Not everyone who says unto Me, Lord, Lord, shall enter the kingdom of heaven. But he or she who does the Will of My Father in heaven.  22 Many will say unto Me in that day,  (Revelation 20:11-15.) Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name? Cast out demons in Your name? And done many wonders in Your name? 23 And then I will declare to them, I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!

(Question,) Who is the ruler, the chief, the leader of your life? •Self? •Satan? •Or The Lord Jesus Christ?

 Sermon Notes for 10-19-25 (Part 3)   1st Timothy 4: 1-6 Becoming That Person Who Is Regularly Involved In Discipling; Or Spiritually Mentoring Another For Christ.

Now, let’s turn to 1st Timothy Chapter 4. Now, let’s notice again 1st Timothy 4:1.

Now, The Spirit explicitly says, That in latter times some will depart, abandoned or turn away from, The Faith, Sound Doctrine.  Why? Giving heed to, listening unto, or paying attention unto, seducing or deceiving spirits, and the doctrines or the false teachings of demons. (Stop here)

(Question) *So, who are these beings that are exposed here in 1st Timothy 4:1B, which are called, “Seducing or Deceiving Spirits, or Demons that teach falsely?”   

Well, let’s turn again to The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 25, verse 41. “Then He, vs. 31 & vs. 34, shall also say unto them, vs. 40. on the left hand, depart from Me! You who are cursed into everlasting fire, *Prepared for The Devil and his angels!”

And remember, our question, who exactly are these beings that are exposed In 1st Timothy 4:1B, which are called, “Seducing or Deceiving Spirits, or Demons That Teach Falsely?” . The answer is seen here in Matthew 25: 41C “and his angels!”

 And let’s remember something that we have seen in Revelation 12:9.

Now, notice again, Revelation 12:9.  And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the devil and Satan, which deceived the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, *and his angels were cast out with him.(Stop here) 

Now, may I show you something very interesting?

Now, see 2nd Corinthians 11:14. And no wonder, for Satan himself, Can transform himself, Into An Angel of Light.

(Note) this may explain why God did not permit Satan to tempt Adam and Eve regarding the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, unless he came unto them as one of the beast of the fields, a serpent, a snake, as one in which they had been given dominion over.  See Genesis 1:26, Genesis 2:16&17, Genesis 3:1.

Now, 2nd Corinthians 11: 14 And no wonder, for Satan himself, Can transform himself, into an Angel of Light. 15 Therefore, it is no great thing, if his ministers can also transform themselves (into ministers of righteousness.  (Stop here)

(Note) the word “ministers” can also refer to, Spirt Beings, Fallen Angels. And unsaved human beings.

Now, notice again 2nd Corinthians 1:15. Therefore, it is no great thing, If his ministers can also transform themselves into ministers of righteousness, Virtuous, Exemplary, Charismatic. Whose end will be according to their works. (Stop here)

The Various Titles For Some Of The Fallen Angels.  •Evil Spirits. •Unclean Spirits. •Familiar Spirits.  •Seducing Or Deceiving Spirits.

Evil Spirits. Judges 9: 23 KJV.  Then God sent an evil spirit between Abimelech and the men of Shechem; and the men of Shechem dealt treacherously with Abimelech.

1 Samuel 16:14 KJV.  But the Spirit of the LORD departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the LORD troubled him, (King Saul)

1 Samuel 18: KJV.                                              10 And it came to pass on the morrow, that the evil or distressing spirit from God NKJV came upon Saul, and he prophesied in the midst of the house. And David played with his hand as at other times, and there was a javelin in Saul's hand.” 11. And Saul cast the javelin; for he said, I will smite David even to the wall with it. And David avoided out of his presence twice.”

NKJV. 11. And Saul cast the spear, for he said, “I will pin David to the wall!” But David escaped his presence twice.”

Unclean Spirits.

Matthew 12: 43 "When an unclean spirit goes out of a man, he goes through dry places, seeking rest, and finds none. 44 Then he says, 'I will return to my house from which I came.' And when he comes, he finds it empty, swept, and put in order. 45 Then he goes and takes with him seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter and dwell there; and the last state of that man is worse than the first. So shall it also be with this wicked generation."

Familiar Spirits.  Leviticus 19:31 KJV. Regard not them that have familiar spirits, neither seek after wizards to be defiled by them: I am the LORD your God.”

Leviticus 20: 6  KJV. And the soul that turneth after such as have familiar spirits, and after wizards to go a whoring after them, I will even set my face against that soul and will cut him off from among his people.

KJV Deuteronomy 18: 10. There shall not be found among you anyone that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, or that useth divination, or an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch,  11. or a charmer, or a consulter with familiar spirits, or a wizard, or a necromancer.  12.  For all that do these things are an abomination unto the LORD: and because of these abominations the LORD thy God doth drive them out from before thee.”

1 Samuel 28: 5 When Saul saw the army of the Philistines, he was afraid, and his heart trembled greatly. 6 And when Saul inquired of the Lord, the Lord did not answer him, either by dreams or by Urim or by the prophets. 7 Then Saul said to his servants, "Find me a woman who is a medium, that I may go to her and inquire of her." And his servants said to him, "In fact, there is a woman who is a medium at En Dor." 8 So Saul disguised himself and put on other clothes, and he went, and two men with him; and they came to the woman by night. And he said, "Please conduct a seance for me, and bring up for me the one I shall name to you." 9 Then the woman said to him, "Look, you know what Saul has done, how he has cut off the mediums and the spiritists from the land. Why then do you lay a snare for my life, to cause me to die?" 10 And Saul swore to her by the Lord, saying, "As the Lord lives, no punishment shall come upon you for this thing." 11 Then the woman said, "Whom shall I bring up for you?" And he said, "Bring up Samuel for me." 12 When the woman saw Samuel, she cried out with a loud voice. And the woman spoke to Saul, saying, "Why have you deceived me? For you are Saul!" 13 And the king said to her, "Do not be afraid. What did you see?" And the woman said to Saul, "I saw a spirit ascending out of the earth." 14 So he said to her, "What is his form?" And she said, "An old man is coming up, and he is covered with a mantle." And Saul perceived that it was Samuel, and he stooped with his face to the ground and bowed down. 15 Now Samuel said to Saul, "Why have you disturbed me by bringing me up?" And Saul answered, "I am deeply distressed; for the Philistines make war against me, and God has departed from me and does not answer me anymore, neither by prophets nor by dreams. Therefore, I have called you, that you may reveal to me what I should do." 16 Then Samuel said: "Why then do you ask me, seeing the Lord has departed from you and has become your enemy? 17 And the Lord has done for Himself as He spoke by me. For the Lord has torn the kingdom out of your hand and given it to your neighbor, David. 18 Because you did not obey the voice of the Lord nor execute His fierce wrath upon Amalek, therefore the Lord has done this thing to you this day. 19 Moreover the Lord will also deliver Israel with you into the hand of the Philistines. And tomorrow you and your sons will be with me. The Lord will also deliver the army of Israel into the hand of the Philistines." 20 Then immediately Saul fell full length on the ground and was dreadfully afraid because of the words of Samuel. And there was no strength in him, for he had eaten no food all day or all night. 21 And the woman came to Saul and saw that he was severely troubled, and said to him, "Look, your maidservant has obeyed your voice, and I have put my life in my hands and heeded the words which you spoke to me. 22 Now therefore, please, heed also the voice of your maidservant, and let me set a piece of bread before you; and eat, that you may have strength when you go on your way." 23 But he refused and said, "I will not eat." So his servants, together with the woman, urged him; and he heeded their voice. Then he arose from the ground and sat on the bed. 24 Now the woman had a fatted calf in the house, and she hastened to kill it. And she took flour and kneaded it, and baked unleavened bread from it. 25 So she brought it before Saul and his servants, and they ate. Then they rose and went away that night.

Seducing Or Deceiving Spirits. 1 Timothy 4:1 KJV. “Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;

Demons/Devils.

1 Timothy 4:1 KJV. “Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;

Principalities. •Powers. •The Rulers Of The Darkness. •Wicked Spirits In Heavenly Places.

Ephesians 6:12.  “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”

Now, see Daniel 10: 5 I lifted my eyes and looked, and behold, a certain man clothed in linen, whose waist was girded with gold of Uphaz! 6 His body was like beryl, his face like the appearance of lightning, his eyes like torches of fire, his arms and feet like burnished bronze in color, and the sound of his words like the voice of a multitude. 7 And I, Daniel, alone saw the vision, for the men who were with me did not see the vision; but a great terror fell upon them, so that they fled to hide themselves. 8 Therefore, I was left alone when I saw this great vision, and no strength remained in me; for my vigor was turned to frailty in me, and I retained no strength. 9 Yet I heard the sound of his words; and while I heard the sound of his words I was in a deep sleep on my face, with my face to the ground. 10 Suddenly, a hand touched me, which made me tremble on my knees and on the palms of my hands. 11 And he said to me, "O Daniel, man greatly beloved, understand the words that I speak to you, and stand upright, for I have now been sent to you." While he was speaking this word to me, I stood trembling. 12 Then he said to me, "Do not fear, Daniel, for from the first day that you set your heart to understand, and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard; and I have come because of your words. 13 But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me twenty-one days; and behold, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, for I had been left alone there with the kings of Persia.

The Various Titles For Some Of The Fallen Angels. Now, let’s see Luke 8: 26 Then they sailed to the country of the Gadarenes which is opposite of Galilee. *27 And when He our Lord Jesus stepped out upon the land, and there Him met a certain man from that city who had demons for a long time. And he the unnamed man wore no clothes. Nor did he live in a house, but in the tombs. *28 When he the unnamed man saw Jesus, he cried out, fell down before Him, and with a loud voice said, What have I to do with You Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beg You do not torment me!" *29 For He our Lord Jesus had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. For it had often seized him.  *And (he) the unnamed man was kept under guard. bound with chains and shackles; and he broke the bonds and was driven by (the demon) into the wilderness. *30 Jesus asked him, saying, "What is your name?" And he said, "Legion," because many demons had entered him. *31 And they begged Him that He would not command them to go out into the abyss *32 Now a herd of many swine was feeding there on the mountain or hillside.  So, (they) the demons begged The Lord that He would permit them to enter into them, (the herd of swine!)  And our Lord Jesus permitted (them) the demons. *33 Then the demons went out of the man and entered the swine, but the herd ran violently down the steep place into the lake and drowned. 34 When those who fed them saw what had happened, they fled and told it in the city and in the country. *35 Then they went out to see what had happened, and came unto Jesus and found the man from whom the demons had departed, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind. And they were afraid. *36 They also who had seen it told them by what means he who had been demon-possessed was healed. 37 Then the whole multitude of the surrounding region of the Gadarenes asked Him to depart from them, for they were seized with great fear. And He got into the boat and returned. *38 Now the man from whom the demons had departed begged Him that he might be with Him. But Jesus sent him away, saying, *39 Return to your own house and tell what great things God has done for you. And he went his way and proclaimed throughout the whole city what great things Jesus had done for him.

 Now, let’s see Mark 5: 1 Then they came to the other side of the sea, to the country of the Gadarenes. 2 And when He had come out of the boat, immediately there met Him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit, 3 who had his dwelling among the tombs; and no one could bind him, not even with chains, 4 because he had often been bound with shackles and chains. And the chains had been pulled apart by him, and the shackles broken in pieces; neither could anyone tame him. 5 And always, night and day, he was in the mountains and in the tombs, crying out and cutting himself with stones. 6 When he saw Jesus from afar, he ran and worshiped Him. 7 And he cried out with a loud voice and said, "What have I to do with You, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I implore You by God that You do not torment me." 8 For He said to him, "Come out of the man, unclean spirit!" 9 Then He asked him, "What is your name?" And he answered, saying, "My name is Legion; for we are many." 10 Also he begged Him earnestly that He would not send them out of the country. 11 Now a large herd of swine was feeding there near the mountains. 12 So all the demons begged Him, saying, "Send us to the swine, that we may enter them." 13 And at once Jesus gave them permission. Then the unclean spirits went out and entered the swine (there were about two thousand); and the herd ran violently down the steep place into the sea, and drowned in the sea. 14 So those who fed the swine fled, and they told it in the city and in the country. And they went out to see what it was that had happened. 15 Then they came to Jesus and saw the one who had been demon-possessed and had the legion, sitting and clothed and in his right mind. And they were afraid. 16 And those who saw it told them how it happened to him who had been demon-possessed, and about the swine. 17 Then they began to plead with Him to depart from their region. 18 And when He got into the boat, he who had been demon-possessed begged Him that he might be with Him. 19 However, Jesus did not permit him, but said to him, "Go home to your friends, and tell them what great things the Lord has done for you, and how He has had compassion on you."

Where do demons come from and what is their origin? Demons are mentioned numerous times in the Bible. The Old Testament refers to them directly as “demons” (3 times), “evil spirits” (8 times), or sometimes in a more obscure sense such as “prince” (in Daniel 10). The New Testament mentions demons many more times, calling them either “demons” (daimónion) or “evil spirits” over 80 times. The origin of demons is not explicitly addressed in Scripture, but there are clues.

The etymology of the Hebrew and Greek words used to denote demons indicate that demons, in general, are powerful entities that transcend ordinary experience and the space/time physical nature of humanity; i.e., they are incorporeal beings.

Scripture suggests in Revelation 12:4, 9 that demons were originally created as angels and existed as part of God’s angelic army. 

However, when Satan rebelled against God, one third of the angelic host joined him in his revolt, which is why Jesus refers to them collectively as “the devil and his angels” (Matthew 25:41). 

Most likely, these fallen angels who rebelled with Satan are the beings Scripture refers to as “demons.”

Again, the Bible does not specifically say where demons came from, so we cannot be dogmatic. What the Bible is clear about is the demons’ destination: “eternal fire” was prepared for them (Matthew 25:41), and they know of their coming fiery torment (Matthew 8:29).

When exactly God created angels is open for debate, but what is known for sure is that God created everything good because God, in His holiness, cannot create something sinful. 

So, when Satan, who was once the angel Lucifer, rebelled against God and fell from heaven (Isaiah 14; Ezekiel 28), one third of the angelic host joined his insurrection (Revelation 12:3-4,9). There is no doubt these fallen angels are now known as the demons.

We know that hell was prepared for the devil and his angels, according to Matthew 25:41: "Then He will say to those on His left, "Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels."" Jesus, by using the possessive word his makes it clear that these angels belong to Satan. Revelation 12:7-9 describes an end-times angelic battle between Michael and "his angels" and the devil and "his angels." From these and similar verses, it is clear that demons and fallen angels are synonymous.

Some reject the idea that the demons are the fallen angels due to the fact that Jude verse 6 declares the angels who sinned to be "bound with everlasting chains." However, it is clear that not all of the angels who sinned are "bound," as Satan is still free (1 Peter 5:8). Why would God imprison the rest of the fallen angels, but allow the leader of the rebellion to remain free? It seems that Jude verse 6 is referring to God confining the fallen angels who rebelled in an additional way, likely the "sons of God" incident in Genesis chapter 6.

The most common alternate explanation for the origin of the demons is that when the Nephilim of Genesis 6 were destroyed in the Flood, their disembodied souls became the demons. While the Bible does not specifically say what happened to the souls of the Nephilim when they were killed, it is unlikely that God would destroy the Nephilim in the Flood only to allow their souls to cause even greater evil as the demons. The most biblically consistent explanation for the origin of the demons is that they are the fallen angels, the angels who rebelled against God with Satan.

Question: "Are the demons the disembodied spirits of the Nephilim?"

With the understanding that the sons of God were the fallen angels, and that the Nephilim were the hybrid offspring of the union between the fallen angels and human women, the question then arises: What happened to the spirits of the Nephilim after they were killed, whether by the flood, or in the case of the possible post-flood Nephilim (Genesis 6:4; Numbers 13:33), after the flood?

Some speculate that the disembodied spirits of the Nephilim remained on the earth and became what we now refer to as demons. The presumption is that, as angelic-human hybrids, the spirits of the Nephilim would have been different from the human soul-spirit, having the ability to remain present in this world despite no longer having a physical body. This would possibly explain the desire the demons have to possess human beings, thus gaining control over a physical body. This would also make some sense from the perspective of the fallen angels, who are outnumbered 2-1 by the holy angels (see Revelation 12:4), giving them a good reason to seek to increase their ranks.

The Nephilim explanation for the origin of the demons is partly the result of a misunderstanding of who exactly are the “spirits in prison” in 1 Peter 3:19 (see also Jude 6). Many misunderstand the “spirits in prison” to be all of the fallen angels who rebelled against God. If all of the fallen angels are imprisoned, then there must be an alternate explanation for the existence of demons; thus, the need for the Nephilim explanation. However, clearly, not all of the fallen angels are imprisoned. Satan, the leader of the angelic rebellion against God, is not imprisoned. Why would God allow the rebel leader to remain free but then confine the angels who followed Satan in the rebellion? No, it makes more sense to understand the “spirits in prison” as the fallen angels who participated in an additional rebellion, viz., the sons-of-God/daughters–of-men incident. The fallen angels who mated with human females are the ones who are imprisoned. There is no solid biblical reason to reject the idea that the demons are the same beings as the fallen angels.

The idea that the demons are the disembodied spirits of the Nephilim is also drawn from the book of Enoch, which goes into great detail regarding the Nephilim. We have to remember that, while the book of Enoch contains some truth (Jude 14), it is not the inspired, inerrant, and authoritative Word of God. We should never base a belief exclusively, or even primarily, on extra-biblical literature. So, with no need to explain the existence of demons outside of the fallen angels, and with no clear evidence in Scripture for the spirits of the Nephilim continuing on Earth, there is no solid basis on which to identify the demons with the spirits of the Nephilim. While the idea is possible, it cannot be derived explicitly from Scripture and therefore should not be considered the best explanation of the origin of the demons.

Are there different types of demons? The Bible does not say much about different types of demons. But, over the years, various writers of theological works have developed various classifications for demons as well as other information about them. One of the oldest is the pseudepigraphical Testament of Solomon. During the Middle Ages, written works dealing with demons multiplied, and demons were often classified based on the sins they promoted or other activities they engaged in. For instance, each of the “seven deadly sins” was said to have a specific demon behind it.

The Bible is our only reliable source of information about demons, and the information it contains about them is sparse. The Bible says nothing directly about classifications or kinds of demons. Jesus mentions a unique “kind” of evil spirit in Mark 9:29, but He does not name it. Much of the information we have about demons is simply inferred from biblical passages in which they play a role. Christian ministries that focus on deliverance from demons place more emphasis on them than the Bible does.

A detailed but highly speculative demonology has sprung up in some religious and Charismatic circles. Various evil spirits are dubbed as “Jezebels,” “pythons,” “Delilahs,” “mermaids,” “Absaloms,” etc. None of this is biblical. Scripture gives no reason to believe there are specific classes of demons or that Christians today have the gift of rebuking or exorcising them. Inventing such modern-day mythology is counterproductive to the cause of Christ.

Perhaps the most extensive passage on spiritual warfare in the New Testament, Ephesians 6:10–18 (concerning the full armor of God), mentions that “our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” However, the emphasis here is on the weapons God provides for victory; there is no mention of techniques to bind or cast out the evil forces. While some see the beings mentioned (rulers, authorities, powers, and spiritual forces) as different classifications of demons, this is simply reading into the text more than it is telling us.

From the biblical evidence, we infer that demons are fallen angels that followed Satan when he rebelled. Revelation 12 says that dragon (Satan) swept one third of the stars from heaven. However, the origin of demons is far from clear, and the conclusion that they are fallen angels is disputed by some. In Revelation 12:9, we read, “The great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil, or Satan, who leads the whole world astray. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.” Likewise, in Matthew 25:41, Jesus says that on Judgment Day He will say to some people, “Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.” This may mean that the demons are fallen angels who fell when Satan did, or it might mean that demons are called “angels” in the basic sense that they are Satan’s “messengers” (the literal meaning of the word angels).

With certainty we can say that demons are the messengers or minions of Satan. The word demon is not used in the Old Testament (although evil spirits are mentioned), but by the time of the New Testament, Jewish theologians had done a lot of speculating about them. The concept of demons or evil spirits was also common in other religious thought at the time. The gospels seem to assume that much of what was thought about demons at the time is true. We see Jesus casting out demons (e.g., Matthew 8:28–33), and we see that they are often responsible for causing physical illness, which Jesus healed by casting out the demon (e.g., Matthew 9:33). Paul tells us that demons are behind the worship of pagan gods and that a sacrifice to an idol is really a sacrifice to a demon (1 Corinthians 10:19–20).

Whenever there are gaps in our knowledge, it is natural to want to fill them in. However, in the case of knowledge of demons, most of the “filler” information is unfounded and sometimes lurid speculation. We know that demons are evil spirits who, in concert with and following the directives of Satan, war against God and mankind. It is probably accurate to think of them as counterparts to the holy angels that minister to people on God’s behalf. We know that they have been defeated in principle by Christ on the cross and that their final destination will be eternal torment in a place prepared for them (Matthew 25:41).

What are evil spirits? Answer: Evil spirits are referred to in both the Old and New Testaments but are often called by other names such as “unclean spirits” or “impure spirits,” “deceiving spirits” or “lying spirits,” “demonic spirits,” and “demons.” In all cases, evil spirits are malevolent supernatural beings. Evil spirits work against God, but the Bible also informs us that God in His sovereignty can choose to use evil spirits to carry out His plans and purposes, demonstrating that He is Ruler over all the universe.

The Bible does not reveal the origin of evil spirits. They are most likely angels who fell with Satan (Matthew 25:41; Revelation 12:7–9). While evil spirits exist as part of the hierarchy of evil (Ephesians 6:12) with Satan as their leader (Matthew 12:24), they are powerless to withdraw entirely from God’s rule.

Most of the evil spirits mentioned in the Old Testament were sent from God as a punishment on disobedient humans (1 Kings 22:20–23). In Judges 9:23, an evil spirit was used by God to judge Abimelech and avenge the murder of Gideon’s sons. God is not the author of evil, but He can allow evil powers, subject to His control, to bring about certain consequences in accordance with His plan.

The Lord sent an evil spirit to show that He had rejected Saul as king. The evil spirit caused Saul to experience fits of temper and despair: “Now the Spirit of the LORD had left Saul, and the LORD sent a tormenting spirit that filled him with depression and fear. Some of Saul’s servants said to him,  a tormenting spirit from God is troubling you. (1 Samuel 16:14–15, NLT).

In the New Testament, the term demon is often used interchangeably with evil spirit. These wicked entities defile and bring evil to human subjects. Their intention may be to inflict physical harm, disability, and sickness rather than moral corruption.

Jesus Christ cast out evil spirits from people possessed by them (Matthew 8:16; Mark 5:1–13; 7:24–30) and gave His disciples power to do the same in His name (Matthew 10:1; Acts 5:12–16; 8:4–8; 16:18). Evil spirits know who Jesus is and that He will judge and condemn them in the future (Matthew 8:29; Mark 1:24; 5:7).

In the endtimes, many people will be deceived by evil spirits and the false teachings they inspire (1 Timothy 4:1). The book of Revelation speaks of deceptive evil spirits playing a significant role in the last days: “And I saw three evil spirits that looked like frogs leap from the mouths of the dragon, the beast, and the false prophet. They are demonic spirits who work miracles and go out to all the rulers of the world to gather them for battle against the Lord on that great judgment day of God the Almighty. ‘Look, I will come as unexpectedly as a thief! Blessed are all who are watching for me, who keep their clothing ready so they will not have to walk around naked and ashamed.’ And the demonic spirits gathered all the rulers and their armies to a place with the Hebrew name Armageddon” (Revelation 16:13–16, NLT).

In Luke 11:24–26, we come across an example of evil spirits that are associated with moral evil. Jesus tells a parable to illustrate that defeating Satan and casting out evil spirits is not the ultimate goal of the Christian’s life. True disciples must do more than merely sweep away unclean spirits. To keep evil from setting up camp in our spiritual houses, we must fill our lives with the good things of God and His Kingdom.

Evil spirits are never to be regarded neutrally. They are part of Satan’s dark forces, enemies of God and His people. Evil spirits promote corruption, malice, and depravity in the world and in humans. They are opposed to God’s holiness, goodness, righteousness, light, and love. As the antithesis of the Holy Spirit, evil spirits represent the opposite of God’s character, nature, and will. They are hostile to the work of God and Jesus Christ, and believers are always to resist them: “Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith” (1 Peter 5:8–9; see also Ephesians 6:13; James 4:7).

The Bible does not give a single, detailed account of the origin of demons, but several passages and ancient interpretations provide clues. The origin of demons is mostly inferred from biblical texts, especially in Jewish Second Temple literature and early Christian writings. Here’s a breakdown of the main biblical and extra-biblical views:

1. Fallen Angels (Traditional Christian View)

            •           Key Passage: Revelation 12:7–9

“The great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil, or Satan, who leads the whole world astray. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.”

            •           This view holds that demons are fallen angels, originally created good but who rebelled with Satan and were cast out of heaven.

            •           Supporting texts:

            •           Isaiah 14:12–15 (commonly interpreted as referring to Satan’s fall)

            •           Ezekiel 28:12–17 (similar symbolic imagery)

            •           2 Peter 2:4, Jude 6 (angels who sinned and are held for judgment)

            •           Summary: Demons are angels who fell with Satan and now serve him in opposition to God.

2. Spirits of the Nephilim (Book of Enoch & Jewish Tradition)

            •           Key Text: 1 Enoch (not in the Bible, but influential in Jewish thought and referenced in Jude)

            •           Based on Genesis 6:1–4:

“The sons of God saw that the daughters of humans were beautiful, and they married any of them they chose… The Nephilim were on the earth in those days…”

            •           1 Enoch expands on this and says:

            •           “Sons of God” = fallen angels (also called “Watchers”)

            •           They mated with human women, producing giant offspring (Nephilim)

            •           When the Nephilim were killed in the flood, their disembodied spirits became demons who now roam the earth.

            •           Referenced in the Bible:

            •           Jude 6, 2 Peter 2:4 allude to the sin of the angels

            •           Though Genesis 6 is ambiguous, this interpretation was popular in ancient Judaism

            •           Summary: Demons are the spirits of the dead Nephilim, hybrids of angels and humans, cursed to wander the earth.

3. Satan and His Kingdom (New Testament Emphasis)

            •           The New Testament treats demons (Greek: daimonion) as spiritual beings aligned with Satan, afflicting and possessing people.

            •           Jesus often casts out demons, and they recognize His authority (e.g., Mark 1:23–26, Luke 8:26–33).

            •           While their origin isn’t explained in detail, they are clearly part of Satan’s kingdom (Matthew 12:24–26).

            •           Summary: Demons are real spiritual enemies working under Satan, opposing God’s purposes and afflicting humanity.

The Bible itself doesn’t explicitly state a single origin of demons, but two main interpretations exist:

            •           Demons are fallen angels (traditional Christian view)

            •           Demons are spirits of the Nephilim (ancient Jewish view, based on 1 Enoch and Genesis 6)

Both views have some biblical support or implication, and many early Christians were familiar with both. The New Testament focuses more on their function and power, not their backstory.

According to the Bible, the origin of demons is understood through two main theories: they are fallen angels who rebelled with Satan, or they are the spirits of the Nephilim, the offspring of fallen angels and human women. The fallen angel theory is the most widely held view, based on scripture like Revelation 12:9, which speaks of Satan and his angels being cast out of heaven. The Nephilim theory comes from interpretations of texts like the Book of Enoch, which describes fallen angels mating with human women, resulting in giants called Nephilim, whose spirits are believed to be the demons. 

Fallen angels  Rebellion against God: This theory posits that demons were originally angels who followed Satan in his rebellion against God and were cast out of heave Biblical support: Revelation 12:9 is often cited, stating that Satan's "angels were thrown down with him". Description: They are seen as spiritual beings who are now evil and seek to harm humanity. 

Nephilim (giants) Origin: This theory is based on Genesis 6, which mentions the "sons of God" (interpreted as fallen angels) taking human women as wives, and the resulting "mighty men" or Nephilim.

Source text: The Book of Enoch expands on this, describing the fallen angels (Watchers) descending to earth and mating with women, creating giants who wreaked havoc.

Demons as spirits: In this view, demons are the disembodied spirits of these giants that continue to cause chaos. 

 Sermon Notes for 10-26-25 Part 4 1st Timothy 4:1-6 Becoming That Person Who Is Regularly Involved In Discipling Or Spiritually Mentoring Another For Christ.

Now, let’s turn to 1st Timothy Chapter 4. Now, let’s notice again 1st timothy 4:1.

Now, The spirit explicitly says, That in latter times some will depart, abandoned, or turn away from, the faith, sound doctrine. Why?

Giving heed to, listening unto, or paying attention unto seducing or deceiving spirits, and the doctrines or the false teachings of demons. (Stop here)

Now, let’s also see 2nd Corinthians 11:           14 and no wonder, for Satan himself, can transform himself, into an Angel of Light.  15 therefore, it is no great thing, if his ministers can also transform themselves into ministers of righteousness.  (Stop here)

(Note) the word “ministers” can also refer to, spirt beings, aka fallen angels/ demons. And also unsaved human beings who are knowingly or unknowingly under their influence.

Now, notice again 2nd Corinthians 11:15. Therefore, it is no great thing if his ministers can also transform themselves into ministers of righteousness.

A pretend righteousness that is appealing, charismatic and which appears to be virtuous. But actually, their end or judgment, will be according to their works. (Stop here). 

See later Matthew 7:21 thru 23. And Revelation 20:10 thru 15.

 And by the way, I made available on our church website, last Sunday, October 19, 2025, a multi-page article that could be helpful in understanding, where do demons come from and what is their origin?

Now, here is a example that may give us some insight on how these beings known as,

principalities, powers, the rulers of the darkness, wicked spirits in heavenly places or in the heavenly.

For it appears that they have been given some limited influence upon human governmental leaders throughout the earth.

Apparently, upon certain individuals of the past.  And of the present. And into the future yet to come. These beings are allowed to operate only according to God‘s will, plan, and purpose regarding the history of mankind and the kingdom of god that is yet to come.

Now, see Daniel 10: 5 I lifted my eyes and looked, and behold, a certain man clothed in linen, whose waist was girded with gold of uphaz! 6 his body was like beryl, his face like the appearance of lightning, his eyes like torches of fire, his arms and feet like burnished bronze in color, and the sound of his words like the voice of a multitude. 7 and I, Daniel, alone saw the vision, for the men who were with me did not see the vision; but a great terror fell upon them, so that they fled to hide themselves. 8 Therefore, I was left alone when I saw this great vision, and no strength remained in me; for my vigor was turned to frailty in me, and I retained no strength. 9 Yet, I heard the sound of his words; and while I heard the sound of his words I was in a deep sleep on my face, with my face to the ground. 10 suddenly, a hand touched me, which made me tremble on my knees and on the palms of my hands. 11 and he said to me, O Daniel, man greatly beloved, understand the words that I speak to you, and stand upright, for I have now been sent to you." while he was speaking this word to me, I stood trembling. **12 then he said unto me do not fear Daniel, for from the first day that you set your heart to understand, and to humble yourself before your god, your words or prayers were heard and I have come because of your words or prayers. **13 But! The prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me twenty-one days. And behold,  Michael, one of the Chief of Princes, he came to help me! For I had been left alone there with the kings of Persia.  (Stop here) 

Now, let’s consider just one more title for one of the fallen angels, that you might be surprised to know.

Now, notice revelation 9:1. Then the fifth angel sounded, and I, John, saw a star fallen from heaven unto the earth.  (Note) “Fall or fallen” that is translated here can mean, “to descend from a higher place to a lower.”

Now, see again revelation 9: 1 then the fifth angel sounded, and I, John, saw a star fallen from heaven unto the earth. To him was given the key to the bottomless pit. 2 And he opened the bottomless pit, and smoke arose out of the pit like the smoke of a great furnace. So that the sun and the air were darkened, because of the smoke of the pit. 3 then out of the smoke locusts came upon the earth. And to them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power. 4 They, locusts were commanded not to harm the grass of the earth, or any green thing, or any tree. But harm only those men who do not have the seal of god on their foreheads. (See Revelation 7:1-17.) 5 And they locusts were not given authority to kill them, but to torment them for five months. Their torment was like the torment of a scorpion when it strikes a man. 6 in those days men will seek death and will not find it; they will desire to die, and death will flee from them. 7 the shape of the locusts was like horses prepared for battle.  On their heads were crowns of something like gold, and their faces were like the faces of men. 8 they had hair like women's hair, and their teeth were like lions' teeth. 9 and they, locusts had breastplates like breastplates of iron, and the sound of their wings was like the sound of chariots with many horses running into battle. 10 They, locusts had tails like scorpions, and there were stings in their tails. Their power was to hurt men for five months. •••11 and they locusts had as king over them the angel of the bottomless pit whose name in Hebrew is a-bad-don. but in Greek, he has the name, Apol-lyon.  (Stop here)

From The Movie Called The Mist   Based upon the novel by Stephen King Giant Insects Attack the Store. 

Giant Insects Attack the Storefront (Full Scene) | The Mist

Now, let’s turn to Revelation Chapter 4.

Here are a few verses from the Bible that will gives us some idea of the creative ability of God regarding certain spiritual beings and living creatures from the past and in our present times, and perhaps in the future that He has made both in heaven and upon the earth.

Now, let’s notice Revelation 4: 6 Before the throne there was a sea of glass, like crystal. And in the midst of the throne and around the throne, were four living creatures full of eyes in front and in back. 7 *The first living creature was like a lion. *the second living creature like a calf. *the third living creature had a face like a man. *And the fourth living creature was like a flying eagle. 8 The four living creatures each having six wings and were full of eyes around and within. And they do not rest day or night, saying:  "Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, Who was and is and is to come!"

Now, let’s also see Isaiah 6: 1 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up and the train of His robe filled the temple. 2 Above it stood Seraphim; each one had six wings: with two he covered his face, with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. 3 And one cried to another and said: Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of hosts; The whole earth is full of His glory!

Now, see Job 40:                                    15 Look now at (the behemoth) which I made along with you! He eats grass like an ox.      16 See now, his strength is in his hips, and his power is in his stomach muscles.                      17 He moves his tail like a cedar; The sinews of his thighs are tightly knit.                              18 His bones are like beams of bronze, His ribs like bars of iron                                               19 He is the first of the ways of God; Only He who made him can bring near His sword.    20 Surely the mountains yield food for him, And all the beasts of the field play there                21 He lies under the lotus trees, In a covert of reeds and marsh                                           22 The lotus trees cover him with their shade; The willows by the brook surround him . 23 Indeed the river may rage, Yet he is not disturbed; He is confident, though the Jordan gushes into his mouth,          24 Though he takes it in his eyes, Or one pierces his nose with a snare.

Now, see Job 41:                                                   1 "Can you draw out (Leviathan) with a hook, Or snare his tongue with a line which you lower?  2 Can you put a reed through his nose, Or pierce his jaw with a hook?                                      3 Will he make many supplications to you? Will he speak softly to you?                                      4 Will he make a covenant with you? Will you take him as a servant forever?                              5 Will you play with him as with a bird, Or will you leash him for your maidens?                          6 Will your companions make a banquet of him? Will they apportion him among the merchants?                                                                       7 Can you fill his skin with harpoons, Or his head with fishing spears?                                           8 Lay your hand on him; Remember the battle, Never do it again!                                               9 Indeed, any hope of overcoming him is false; Shall one not be overwhelmed at the sight of him?                                                                                   10 No one is so fierce that he would dare stir him up. Who then is able to stand against Me?    11 Who has preceded Me, that I should pay him? Everything under heaven is Mine.             12 "I will not conceal his limbs, His mighty power, or his graceful proportions.                          13 Who can remove his outer coat? Who can approach him with a double bridle?                         14 Who can open the doors of his face, With his terrible teeth all around?                                       15 His rows of scales are his pride, Shut up tightly as with a seal;                                                  16 One is so near another That no air can come between them;                                                    17 They are joined one to another, They stick together and cannot be parted.                                  18 His sneezings flash forth light, And his eyes are like the eyelids of the morning.                     19 Out of his mouth go burning lights; Sparks of fire shoot out                                                    20 Smoke goes out of his nostrils, As from a boiling pot and burning rushes                              21 His breath kindles coals, And a flame goes out of his mouth                                             22 Strength dwells in his neck, And sorrow dances before him.                                                  23 The folds of his flesh are joined together; They are firm on him and cannot be moved.         24 His heart is as hard as stone, Even as hard as the lower millstone.                                            25 When he raises himself up, the mighty are afraid; Because of his crashings they are beside themselves.                                                                 26 Though the sword reaches him, it cannot avail; Nor does spear, dart, or javelin. 27 He regards iron as straw, And bronze as rotten wood. 28 The arrow cannot make him flee; Slingstones become like stubble to him. 29 Darts are regarded as straw; He laughs at the threat of javelins. 30 His undersides are like sharp potsherds; He spreads pointed marks in the mire. 31 He makes the deep boil like a pot; He makes the sea like a pot of ointment. 32 He leaves a shining wake behind him; One would think the deep had white hair. 33 On earth there is nothing like him, Which is made without fear. 34 He beholds every high thing; He is king over all the children of pride."

Now, let’s turn again to 2nd Corinthians Chapter 1l.

Now, notice again 2nd Corinthians 11:     14 And no wonder, for Satan himself, can transform himself, an angel. 15 Therefore, it is no great thing, If his ministers can also transform themselves into ministers of righteousness. Stop here.

And remember, the word “ministers” can also refer to, Spirt Beings, aka Fallen Angels/ Demons.  And also, Unsaved Human Beings who are knowingly or unknowingly under their influence.

Now, notice again 2nd Corinthians 11:15.  Therefore, it is no great thing, if his ministers can also transform themselves into ministers of righteousness. A pretend righteousness that is appealing, charismatic and which appears to be virtuous.

But actually, their end or judgment, will be according to their works. (Stop here)

Now, let’s also see something very important in Galatians Chapter 1 that too any Christians are not aware of!

Now, let’s notice Galatians 1: 6 I marvel that you are turning away so soon from Him Who called you in The Grace of Christ, unto a different gospel! 7 Which is not another gospel! But there are some who trouble you and want to pervert The Gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we, Or An Angel from Heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than what we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again! If anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed.

Here are several reported appearances of an angelic being and their influence upon certain individuals, which led them to start a new religious moment.

Here is a list of some of the individuals who were instrumental in starting a new religious movement after receiving some kind of divine or angelic visitation.

 •Joseph Smith, became the founded the Mormonism Movement, later to be known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Joseph Smith in 1823, claimed that the Angel Moroni appeared to him and revealed the location of golden plates buried in a hill in New York. These plates were said to be a record of ancient American prophets and were translated into the Book of Mormon.  Joseph Smith later claimed to receive additional visits from John the Baptist, Peter, James, John and other Angels.                                In 1830, Joseph Smith became the founded the Mormonism Movement, later to be known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

•The Prophet Muhammad, became the Major Prophet Of Islam. The Quran states that The Prophet Muhammad in 610 CE. Was visited by the angel Gabriel (Jibrīl) appearing to Muhammad in a Cave of Hira near Mecca. Supposedly revealing the word of God unto him, and these revelations which occurred over many years, formed the basis of the Quran and the Islamic faith.  This encounter is considered the beginning of Islam, one of the world’s major religions.

•Ben Ammi Ben-Israel, became the Founder Of The African Hebrew Israelites Of Jerusalem, Or The Black Hebrew Israelites. He claimed to have received a vision from the angel Gabriel in 1966.  In this vision, he was instructed to lead African Americans who are descendants of the ancient Israelites back to the promised land.  Ben Ammi Ben-Israel became The founder of the African Hebrew Israelites of Jerusalem. Black Hebrew Israelites (BHI)

 •Zoroaster an ancient Persian prophet, tradition holds that at the age of 30, he had a divine vision where he encountered a "Shining Being" of light.  Zoroaster Became the founded Zoroastrianism.

 Baháʼu’lláh (Baháʼí Faith). A spiritual being: Described a “Maid of Heaven” often interpreted as an angelic or divine figure. Around 1852, Baháʼu’lláh experienced a divine revelation while imprisoned in Tehran. This spiritual encounter included visions and communications with a celestial being. He declared himself the fulfillment of the Báb’s prophecy and founded the Baháʼí Faith, teaching unity of religions and humanity.

 The Báb (Bábism, precursor to Baháʼí Faith. Not explicitly named as an “angel,” but had visionary experiences of divine origin In 1844, he declared himself a messenger from God after receiving spiritual visions. Founded Bábismka movement that later led to the emergence of the Baháʼí Faith through Baháʼu’lláh.

Emanuel Swedenborg claimed to interact with many angels and spirits. In the 1740s, Swedenborg began experiencing visions and claimed to visit heaven and hell, guided by angels. He did not found a new religion himself, but his writings inspired the New Church, which teaches a spiritual interpretation of Christianity.

Guru Nanak (Sikhism). Not clearly described as an “angel,” but had a divine vision. Around 1499, after disappearing for three days in a river, Nanak claimed to have been taken into God’s presence and given a divine message. He began preaching the core teachings of Sikhism, emphasizing devotion to one God, equality, and service.

 Now, let’s turn to The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 6. Now, for the last 3 Sundays in a row in this month of October With the help of The Holy Spirit along with the Scriptures that The Holy Spirit is revealing unto us.

We are up against an enemy, supernatural beings who out number us. Who are stronger than us! Who are more intelligent than us! And who are for the most part invisible to us!

Quote Ephesians 6:                                     12. For we are not wrestling against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.                       10 Finally my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.                          11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all to stand.                           14A Stand therefore.

But here in The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 6:13A is for many of us is an overlooked & misunderstood solution to our problem!

But first, we should start with the most important part that is revealed actually in the phrase ln Vs.9. In this manner therefore pray: Our Father in heaven! 

If you have been truly saved, forgiven and being transform because of Jesus Christ and the ongoing work of The Holy Spirit within you. Therefore, you are blessed to have a father in heaven. A heavenly father. A holy father. And an Abba father.

And therefore, in Matthew 6: especially vs. 11, vs. 12 & vs. 13a, these are daily request or petition that we can primarily make directed unto our Father in Heaven.

And our 1st daily request or petition is seen in Matthew 6:11 that says, “Give us this day our daily bread.”

And then our 2nd daily request or petition is seen in Matthew 6:12 that says, “And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.”

And then lastly, our 3rd & final daily request or petition is seen in Matthew 6:13 that says, “And do not lead us into temptation but deliver us from the evil one.”

These 3 request or petitions in my humble opinion should be our first request or petitions before we ask for anything else of our Heavenly Father in Jesus’ name on a daily basis! 

Now, here in Matthew 6:13A, which is the last daily request or petition, that our Lord Jesus taught us to pray directly unto our Father in Heaven.

Even though, it is a highly unusual request or petition that we are to make unto our Father in Heaven which says, “And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: 

Please understand that The English Translators of The Gospel of Matthew 6:13 and of Luke 11:4. They used a figure of speech called ‘Litotes’, which involves expressing a positive idea when using a negative term like, “not,” which creates a bit contradiction in order to emphasize an important truth doing it in a subtle way.

Listen, “lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil” actually becomes a positive idea when using a negative term like, “not,” which creates a bit of contradiction in order to emphasize an important truth by doing it in a subtle way.

In fact, when I use this last petition from our Lord Jesus in my prayer time, I usually say something like this, “Our Father thank you for always delivering us from evil or the evil one. And never leading us into a test or a trial for you to abandon us, or to forsaken us!”

I use the positive idea first in vs. 13, “Our Father thank you for always delivering us from evil or the evil one.” But then using a negative term like, “never!” “and you would “never” lead us into a test or a trial to abandon us, or to forsaken us!”

Now, this creates a bit of contradiction in order to emphasize an important truth but doing it in a subtle way.

Our Father thank you for always delivering us from evil or the evil one. And never leading us into a test or a trial for you to abandon us, or to forsaken us!”