The Bible has a lot to say about demons. Let’s take a look at some pertinent Scriptures.

Demonic activity has been present on the earth ever since Satan was cast out of heaven along with his legions of “fallen angels” who rebelled against God. Demon possession of humans was present at the time while Jesus was here on earth and demons are still capable of possessing humans today.

Satan is referred to in biblical Scripture as the “prince of demons” and his demons are members of his well-organized ranks of fallen angels (Matthew 12:24; Ephesians 6:11-12).

Demons are also known as unclean spirits (Mark 9:25) and their doctrine leads to immoral behavior.

“In later times some will fall away from the faith [apostasy], paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons, by means of the hypocrisy of liars seared in their own conscience as with a branding iron” (1 Timothy 4:1-2). Satan is also referred to in scripture as the ‘father of lies” (John 8:44).

Demons know Jesus—they know their eventual doom—and they know the plan of salvation.

“What do we have to do with You, Jesus of Nazareth?  Have You come to destroy us?  I know who You are—the Holy One of God” (Mark 1:24).

“Demons also believe, and shudder” (James 2:19).

1. Demons attempt to thwart the purpose of God (Daniel 10:10-1; Revelation 16:13-16).
2. Demons extend the authority of Satan by doing his bidding (Ephesians 6-11-12).
3. Demons can inflict diseases (Matthew 9:33) and (Luke 13:11, 16).
4. Demons can possess men (Matthew 4:24).
5. Demons can possess animals (Mark 5-13).
6. Demons oppose the spiritual growth of God’s children (Ephesians 6:12).
7. Demons disseminate false doctrine (1 Timothy 4:1).

Demon possession means a demon residing in a person, exerting direct control and influence over that person, with certain derangement of mind and/or body.

Demon possession is to be distinguished from demonic influence or demonic activity in relation to a person. The work of the demon in the latter is from the outside; in demon possession it is from within.

By this definition a Christian cannot be possessed by a demon since he is indwelt by the Holy Spirit. However, a believer can be the target of demonic activity to such an extent that he may give the appearance of demon possession.

Sometimes mental derangement is due to demon possession, but not always

(Matthew 17:15; Daniel 4).

Usually there is an outbreak of demon activity when truth and light are the strongest.

Eventually all demons (fallen angels) will be cast with Satan into the lake of fire (Matthew 25:41).

Jesus had power over demons during His earthly ministry. For a couple examples of Jesus casting out demons see Matthew 8:28-32; Mark 1:25-26.

“Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom.  But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart; do not be arrogant and so lie against the truth.  This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is earthly, natural, and demonic.  For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing.  But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy”  (James 3:13-17).

I don’t know about you, but I have never personally seen such a clear cut chasm of differences amongst our politicians, governmental leaders, and citizens within the United States of America, divided pretty much straight down the aisle between Democrats and Republicans.

Neither have I ever observed such overt signs of demonic influence and activity in the people of our nation, especially with liberal politicians and bureaucrats, the left-leaning mainstream press, and the radical, angry, and riotous anarchists at public events and in the streets across our country.

Also, in my opinion, I have not seen a stronger surge of “truth and light” displayed by a U.S. president since Ronald Reagan as we currently have now with President Trump.  His attempts to drain the swamp in Washington D.C. and return the United States to a republic of, by, and for the people is admirable as he tries to restore a renewed sense of national patriotism.

The amount of immoral behavior, blatant and purposeful lies, hypocrisy of liars, dissemination of false doctrines and narratives, mental derangement, disorder, and lawlessness in our American society today is seemingly unprecedented.

The desire by most liberals for open borders without proper vetting of immigrants and the insanity of sanctuary cities for illegal immigrants already in our country, the perpetuation of “fake news” about Trump’s campaign colleagues colluding with Russia to affect our 2016 presidential election without a single shred of evidence, and the insane opinions and behavior by some liberal politicians and their supporters is just over the top with borderline lunacy.

Most unbelievers will laugh or scoff at the mention of Satan and demons. They simply do not believe in spiritual beings or their ability to affect human events through spiritual warfare.  Those same unbelievers will have a huge surprise in store for them someday. Demons are real and their demonic activity is ongoing. This requires Christians to put on the “full armor of God” (Ephesians 6) to stand against the days of evil in the current age in which we live today.

But as long as secular world leaders, politicians, news commentators, and the rest of societal unbelievers in general try to solve the world problems only by debating and addressing the “symptoms” of our troubles without ever addressing the actual root “spiritual” cause for all of mankind’s sinfulness—then mankind will never get one iota closer to resolving any of our woeful human relations and dangerous world conditions staring us in the face today. Only God can help us!

Footnote: Scripture emphasis added by the author.

 

 

Evangelicals voted in record numbers during the 2016 presidential election. A majority  of them made a special effort to get out and vote in order to help elect Donald Trump.

Thanks in great part to the evangelical vote; Trump won what many would say was quite a miraculous victory over the media-favored Hillary Clinton.  It seemed to all of us deplorable, forgotten, and common American citizens to be a pure case of good triumphing over evil.

The shocked and saddened left-leaning liberal mainstream media, along with the angry “poor loser” Clinton liberal supporters and protesters, have been insisting ever since the election that Trump’s surprising win was due to Russia influencing the final vote count.

Well the mainstream media was partially right in that “someone” did influence the election results, but it wasn’t Russia. It was Almighty God, who always has the final say on who becomes a national or world leader at exactly His appointed time  (Daniel 2:21).

However, you will never find ungodly and unbelieving people accepting the fact that godly miracles affect human activity, including elections. After all, liberals cannot even admit to the fact there is a God who ultimately controls climate change—not humans.

The radical liberal segment of the Democrat Party now desire to reject the presidency of Donald Trump, just as they desired to reject God from the Democrat “platform” at a recent Democrat convention.  Don’t believe for a moment that God forgets such things!

Meanwhile, God heard the “millions” of fervent prayers from evangelical and patriotic Americans to save America from the clutches of liberalism and globalism. Christians and patriots utilized their godly “privilege” to pray, in order to pray for Donald Trump to win the election. Evangelicals and other American patriots had decided to cast their support behind Trump’s proposed policy promises and his desire to make America great again.

Trump did win the election, but his adversaries have made his first month on the job very difficult, to say the least.  Therefore, President Trump continues to need support from the same people who voted for him. We cannot go silent now and let him face his foes alone.

Both Donald and Melania Trump have acknowledged our God publicly. Most recently, Melania recited “The Lord’s Prayer” at the start of a rally for her husband. How much courage did it take for a First Lady to do such a thing? Her critics have attacked her for promoting the Christian religion. The couple has been mercilessly attacked over and over.

The Trump family did not need to enter a life of public service for their country. They could have—humanly speaking—lived “happily ever after” continuing in private life.  But, the fact is, God called Donald Trump to become president in order to do God’s will in America and the world, and especially to ensure America remains a friend to Israel.

The way President Trump has been warding off the “flaming arrows” of his adversaries reminds me of the similar abuse and cruel circumstances the apostle Paul faced during his ministry of preaching the gospel message of Jesus Christ. Paul summed it up this way:

“We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not despairing; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed.”  (2 Corinthians 4:8-9)

Paul once told the Christians at Corinth: “You have greatly encouraged me and made me happy despite all our troubles.”  (2 Corinthians 7:4)

And Paul wrote the Christians at Rome: “I long to see you so we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith.”  (Romans 1:11-12)

Today, we need to encourage President Trump through all of his troubles during his first term presidency. After all, he took on these troubles for our sake, not his own!

I am suggesting one simple, yet effective way for the people who voted for Trump to continue providing him support and encouragement on a monthly basis during his presidency.

I suggest that on the first day of each calendar month we all write and mail President Trump an old-fashioned “snail mail” letter.  The letters would all arrive by the thousands about the same time in Washington D.C., therefore blitzing and swamping the White House mail room with a massive “tangible” show of support for Trump’s administration.

The idea is to provide for Trump’s enemies “undisputable” evidence as to the ongoing support he has from evangelicals and all other patriotic American citizens who want to help make America great again, protect our religious freedoms, and ensure America remains a steadfast and protective friend of God’s chosen people—the nation of Israel.

It can be a short and simple letter. For example:

“I want to thank you President Trump for everything you are trying to do to make America great again and to keep the citizens of America safe.  I support your efforts.”

Personally, I will note on my calendar to mail a letter the first day of each month to:

President Donald J. Trump
White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington D.C. 20500

March 1, 2017 will be my first mailing day for a letter to the president.

A single stamp, envelope, and piece of paper once a month will go a long way in providing the Trump family a show of Christian love, support, and encouragement!