Daily Walk Through the New Testament
March 21
Read Revelation 16:12-17:8

Believers should not be gullible. Satan is committed to the destruction of your life. Among the many lessons in Revelation, John clues us in on 2 of Satan’s methods for assaulting us. First, he tries to silence us through intimidation. The references to the great Beast may indicate that Satan & his minions will use their authority to leverage the government’s power against the church. It is sad but true, many Christians across the world are mistreated & abused because of their faith. Satan wants them silenced. In some cases, he is even using political regimes to do it; even here in our country.
Second, Satan tries to weaken us through seduction. This is a far different approach than persecution. Seduction occurs when we become distracted. Satan wants our attention on riches, popularity, or worldly models of success. He may even be pleased with “good things” in your life so long as God is not being glorified.
Ask God to give you a heart like His. Only God can bless you with the courage and wisdom you need to thrive for His glory.