Fight the Good Fight of Faith, English Edition

Lesson : The Enemy We Fight • 

2. Jesus came to overcome, defeat, and destroy the works of the devil – to liberate humankind from the curse brought upon it by its disobedience to God. Read Luke 11.14-23 and answer the following questions. a. When Jesus cast out demons, what did people accuse Jesus of doing?

b. How did Jesus reply to the charge that he cast out demons through the power of the prince of demons, Beelzebul?

c. Jesus gave an illustration about the need for the “strong man” to be overcome in order for his goods to be taken. Explain the meaning of this statement.

3. The devil uses lies, accusation, and deception as weapons to trick, harm, and discourage believers as they represent Christ in the world. Match the following Scriptures to their proper description. a. John 10.1-18 ___Jesus is the good shepherd, but the enemy comes to steal, kill, and destroy the sheep b. John 8.31-44 ___The devil is a liar and the father of lies c. Rev. 12.9-10 ___The devil accuses Christians before the throne of God d. Col. 2.15 ___Jesus defeated the devil on the cross, and put him on display 4. Believers are to be sober-minded, watchful, and aware because even though the devil has been defeated, he is seeking those whom he can devour. Read 1 Peter 5.8-11 and fill in the blanks. a. We are to be ______________________ and _____________________ for the devil’s workings (v. 8). b. The devil prowls around like a ________________________________, seeking someone ______________________________________ (v. 8). c. We are called to __________________________ in the faith, knowing that the same kind of _______________________________ are being experienced by our brothers and sisters throughout the world (v. 9).