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Paul referred to Satan as the "prince of the power of the _______."

Ephesians 2:2  Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience:

Love in Christ, Eva

Good Evening:

Welcome!!! Pleasure meeting you.

We have great fellowship, fun and Bible teachings here.

Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Love in Christ, Eva

Precious2God:

Will continue to pray for you all.

Love in Christ, Eva

Good Morning Precious2God:

Oh, how parallel our paths are.  I wish I could just wrap my arms around you and tell you just how special you really are. 

We are all works in progress.  I have some of the same struggles and will joyfully pray for you.

We are all here to offer encouragement to one another, not tear each other down. 

Please do not believe the enemies lies, but take every thought captive that does not line up with the Word of God.

Love in Christ, Eva

[Thanks be unto God for His unspeakable GIFT, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Saviour Forever!]

AMEN!

This is a beautiful truth from the Holy Bible. Our afflictions can many times bring us closer to CHRIST. In all things, we should give thanks.

Love In Christ,
Tom

Thanks be unto God for His unspeakable GIFT, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Saviour Forever!

So True.  I have sufferred a myriad of trials and tribulations the past few years.  My relationship with my Lord and Savior has grown immensely.  He is faithful thorough it all.

Love in Christ, Eva

Amen!!!

God really does hear and listen to our prayers.

Love in Christ, Eva

Hi Precious2God:

It certainly isn't selfish to ask for prayer.  I rarely miss an opportunity to pray for others. I just love when God's people unite and things get done.

I will pray for rapid recovery for you and your little one-I have an 8 year old too.  I will also pray that God will protect the rest of the family from getting sick.

Love in Christ, Eva

What affliction did Paul attribute to the power of Satan?

Thorn in the flesh:

2 Corinthians 12:7  And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.

Love in Christ, Eva

Thank you for the update.

I will continue to pray for the situation too.

Love in Christ, Eva

I will join you both in prayer for Jamie.

Love in Christ, Eva

That is in fact one of the meanings of the Greek word but that isn't the one that is derived from the Greek word of "diabolos". Some hints ... it is diable in Spanish, diablo in Mexico, diabolicus in Latin.

Maybe:

Devil: Ephesians 4:27  Neither give place to the devil.

Love in Christ, Eva

The Bible does not give us an exact physical description of his appearance. The most detailed scripture that mentions his physical appearance is when we are told that he can take on the appearance of most anything even an "angel of light".

2Co 11:14  And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.

Great question Pastor Roger.   Thanks for the challenge.

Love in Christ, Eva

What book of the Bible describes Satan's appearance?

Dave, great input!!! 

Revelations 12 describes him as a red dragon-old serpent

Revelations 12:3  And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads. And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and did cast them to the earth: and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as it was born. And she brought forth a man child, who was to rule all nations with a rod of iron: and her child was caught up unto God, and to his throne. And the woman fled into the wilderness, where she hath a place prepared of God, that they should feed her there a thousand two hundred and threescore days. And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels, And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven. And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.

I have another thought if this isn't the right one. 

Love n Christ, Eva

I will pray for Chip's speedy recovery.

Love in Christ, Eva

Hello andreams75:

Welcome to the forums. 

Please know that you are not alone in your dilemma.   My husband and I lived separate lives for some time, before making it official.  I know from experience, this is a desperate time for you.  The hurt can be tremendous.

On a positive note, I have grown spiritually through this difficult time and you can too. The single most important thing I did for myself and my 8 year old daughter, was to earnestly seek God and His righteousness.  I also pray with my daughter daily- she just loves knowing that together we can call out 10,0000 angels. We always pray for her daddy too. 

I clothe myself in His Armor, place s thorny hedge of protection around us, and bind up all principalities, powers and spiritual wickedness on high places that seek to thwart God's perfect plan for our lives.  I seek God's wisdom, knowledge and discernment. I am developing the fruit of the Spirit, with God's help. He is able to do far greater things than I. 

I ask Him to show me where I need to change and rely on Him to help my to overcome things that I in my own strength am incapable of doing.   

You are already seeking Godly counsel.  That will be of great help to you. Try to fellowship with other "true" Christians.  They can provide some much needed encouragement. 

I have also learned about forgiveness.  It is not a feeling or a choice, but a commandment.  It is a process, so do not expect immediate relief or beat yourself up about it.  For me is very freeing and keeps me from harboring bitterness and resentment, which can be very paralyzing.  Now by forgiveness, I don't mean that you continue to accept unacceptable behavior.  God intends you to live a joyful, abundant life.  It merely means, not seeking revenge and continuing to dwell on past and present hurts. Vengeance is the Lords anyway. 

God does give us permission to judge others, by their fruit though. 

You mentioned that your husband is unwilling to give up his friendship with the other woman.  To me this indicates that he isn't truly sorry, as repentance requires change. Also know that you are not responsible for his actions. Even if he does kill himself, you are not to blame.

Hope I haven't misstepped by sharing all of this.  Please know that you are not alone.  And, God is capable wherever we are not.

I will pray for you and your daughters. Please update me about you situation and let me know of any specific things that I can pray for you and the girls.

Love in Christ, Eva