1.1 Satan's character: Deceiver and Accuser Recognizing Satan's character as a deceiver and accuser is crucial in understanding how he exploits our weaknesses. He is a master manipulator who uses lies and accusations to lead us astray. (John 8 44, (Revelation 12 10) Revelation 12:10
1.2 Satan's tactics: Exploiting our weaknesses Satan knows our weaknesses and uses them against us. He tempts us where we are most vulnerable, seeking to lead us into sin and away from God. 1 Peter 5:8
2.1 The nature of our weaknesses: Our weaknesses are areas in our lives where we struggle to maintain control, resist temptation, or stand firm in our faith. They are often rooted in our sinful nature and can include things like pride, lust, greed, fear, and doubt. Romans 7:18
2.2 The danger of ignoring our weaknesses: Ignoring our weaknesses does not make them disappear; it only makes us more vulnerable to Satan's attacks. When we fail to acknowledge and deal with our weaknesses, we give Satan an opportunity to exploit them. James 1:14-15
3.1 Relying on God's strength: We overcome our weaknesses not by our own strength, but by relying on God's strength. When we are weak, He is strong. His grace is sufficient for us, and His power is made perfect in our weakness. 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
3.2 Seeking God's wisdom and guidance: God's Word provides us with wisdom and guidance on how to deal with our weaknesses. By studying and applying His Word, we can learn how to resist temptation and stand firm against Satan's attacks. (Psalm 119 11, (James 1 5) James 1:5
4.1 Putting on the full armor of God: To stand firm against Satan's attacks, we must put on the full armor of God. This includes the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. Ephesians 6:13-17
4.2 Resisting Satan through faith and obedience: We resist Satan by maintaining a strong faith in God and by obeying His commands. When we submit to God and resist the devil, he will flee from us. James 4:7