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Posted by: Jenny Baker, Content Writer & Communications Coordinator | Monday, October 27th, 2025 (12:00am)

Because you have made the Lord your dwelling place—the Most High, who is my refuge—no evil shall be allowed to befall you, no plague come near your tent. For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.—Psalm 91:9-11 

Many years ago, there was a movie called “Legend” about a fantastical land full of beautiful unicorns and Tom Cruise (some might argue those are one and the same). This magical place was being threatened by the “Lord of Darkness,” who sought to cast the world in eternal night. While I watched the film because of my childhood love of horses, I didn’t particularly like the movie because I found the Lord of Darkness terribly scary. I was certain that this, with his snakelike eyes and clefted chin and crown of thick black horns, this is what Satan surely looks like.  

If only the devil and his ugliness were that obvious to see. If that were the case, we’d all be running in terror every time he draws near.  

But he’s not that revolting, is he? In fact, he can be downright compelling…attractive even.  

That’s because Satan uses deception—not a monstrous appearance—as a weapon against us. We see evidence of this within the first few pages of the Bible. In Genesis 3, humanity has its first encounter with the devil. While we learn that he appears in the form of a serpent, we see no indication that Eve was afraid or even threatened by his presence. In fact, she seems captivated by the question he asks: “Did God really say you must not eat from any tree in the Garden?” 

Just one sentence. That’s it. A single sentence questioning God’s goodness is what started this whole mess. It’s a tactic Satan continues to use today: plant a tiny seed of doubt and let humanity come up with an answer that inevitably steers them in the wrong direction. 

Did God really say that Jesus is the only way? How can you know the Bible is really God’s word and not the product of some man’s agenda? Would God really ask you to stop doing something that makes you happy?  

These are all misleading questions Satan planted in my mind before accepting Christ in my life. He didn’t have to work too hard; I was an easy target for his lies. He knew my weaknesses and exploited them, feeding into my own mistaken beliefs about God. At the time I thought I was becoming enlightened, when in reality, I was walking deeper into darkness. 

I wish, now that faith is central in my life, I could tell you that Satan has directed his attention elsewhere, but I’ve discovered that he doesn’t give up that easily. In fact, I’m pretty sure he doubles down on his tactics. I have never felt so convicted about anything in my life than I do about Jesus, but there is one area that Satan can use to bring me to my knees... my kids. Right now I’m convinced he’s working this angle with fierce determination. 

While I can’t go into details, I can say that one of my kids is experiencing a challenging season of life. As a mom, watching this unfold has caused me much despair and feelings of helplessness. Of course I’ve prayed, but the situation remains the same. And in my mind I sometimes hear a sinister voice asking, “Where’s your God now?’ 

But here’s the difference between the old me and the born-again me: I am paying attention. I am beginning to understand Satan’s playbook, and I can reject those whispers of doubt and deception. Instead, I am actively listening for God’s guidance, reading His word for assurance, and trusting that He is present through everything. Because He is. And I won’t let Satan allow me to question it.  

Dear believer, are you struggling with a weakness in life that the devil is leveraging against you? Don’t lose hope and don’t give in! In fact, take his efforts as evidence that your faith means he is losing ground in your life, and this is why he’s trying so hard to gain it back. He will pull out all the stops, because he can’t stand that God’s light is now living through you. Like the Lord of Darkness in “Legend,” he wants to cast the world in eternal night. But you…me…we have something he can never overcome.  

Jesus.  

“The Lord is faithful…and will guard you against the evil one.” (2 Thessalonians 3:3) 

Yes Satan, God did say that. And THAT’s a voice I will always believe. I pray that, through whatever struggle you may encounter, you will believe it too. 

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