“Come on in, make yourself at home!” I will soon go across time to expose the lies that the devil and his henchmen have perpetrated upon our world. Now that you’re aware of it, let’s get started. The account will focus on how Satan and his followers have used various methods to deceive and manipulate humanity throughout history, subtly infiltrating minds and hearts, drawing on relevant KJV texts to illuminate their actions and motivations.
Here’s an outline of how I could approach it; In the beginning, when God created the heavens and the earth, all was good. But lurking in the shadows was one who had already fallen from grace. Satan, the once-glorious angel, was filled with pride and rebellion against God. Cast down from heaven, his desire was to corrupt and destroy what God had created.
His first act of deception was subtle, for in his cunning, he knew that a direct assault on God’s image-bearers would fail. Instead, he approached the woman, Eve, not as an enemy but as a serpent—a creature she would not immediately fear. As he slithered toward her, his voice was honeyed, his words twisted with lies.
The serpent questioned God’s command: “Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden?” (Genesis 3:1). It was a simple question, but its purpose was to plant doubt in Eve’s heart. Satan’s tactic was not to deny God’s command outright, but to distort it. He wanted Eve to reconsider, to question God’s intentions.
When Eve responded, Satan saw his opportunity. “Ye shall not surely die,” he whispered (Genesis 3:4), contradicting God’s clear warning. “For God doth know that in the day ye eat thereof, then your eyes shall be opened, and ye shall be as gods, knowing good and evil” (Genesis 3:5). Here, Satan dangled before her the false promise of divinity. He offered her the illusion of power, of knowledge that would elevate her to the level of God Himself.
This moment in the Garden of Eden marked the beginning of Satan’s long campaign against humanity. His tactics would remain consistent throughout history: distortion of God’s truth, appealing to human pride, and offering false promises of power and autonomy.
As human history unfolded, Satan refined his tactics, learning that the most effective lies were those that masqueraded as truth. He understood that outright rebellion would not always work—humans were too wary of the obvious enemy. Instead, he clothed himself and his followers in garments of righteousness, imitating the very servants of God.
In (2 Corinthians 11:14), Paul warns the church: “And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.” Here, Paul reveals a vital truth about the devil’s methods. Satan often appears not as a grotesque demon, but as a figure of light, offering wisdom, guidance, and even salvation—though all of it is counterfeit.
This tactic of deception has been one of Satan’s most potent tools. Throughout history, false prophets have arisen, claiming to speak for God, but in reality, serving the purposes of the devil. These men and women lead the faithful astray, spreading doctrines that seem godly on the surface but are filled with heresy and destruction.
The devil’s use of false teachers and prophets is a sophisticated strategy. The unsuspecting are easily led astray by those who appear knowledgeable and devout. Satan uses scripture itself, twisting it just enough to distort its meaning, leaving people vulnerable. This is how he plants seeds of doubt and confusion among the faithful, slowly leading them away from the true gospel and toward destruction.
One such example can be found in the prophet Micaiah’s story. In (1 Kings 22:21-23), a lying spirit volunteers to deceive King Ahab: “And the Lord said unto him, Wherewith? And he said, I will go forth, and I will be a lying spirit in the mouth of all his prophets.” Here, God permits a lying spirit to fulfill His judgment upon Ahab. But it is Satan’s forces, through manipulation and deceit, that carry out the plan. The prophets, whom the people trusted, became the devil’s instruments.
This method of deception has not faded with ancient Israel. Today, many continue to fall prey to charismatic leaders, prosperity preachers, and those who twist scripture for personal gain. These false prophets, unknowingly or willingly, serve as the devil’s mouthpieces, leading many astray.
Satan’s influence is not limited to individual souls. His reach extends to the highest realms of power—kings, emperors, and nations. Scripture tells us of spiritual forces that influence rulers, guiding them into wars, oppression, and acts of evil.
The prophet Daniel offers a glimpse into this cosmic struggle in (Daniel 10:13). As Daniel prayed, an angelic messenger was delayed by the “prince of the kingdom of Persia”—a demonic entity influencing the Persian empire. This passage reveals that behind the scenes of human history, spiritual forces are at work, manipulating the rulers of the earth.
Satan, the “god of this world” (2 Corinthians 4:4), has long used governments and kingdoms to fulfill his purposes. From the tyrants of ancient Egypt and Babylon to modern-day dictators, he finds willing vessels among those who seek power and control. These rulers believe they are acting of their own accord, driven by ambition or ideology, but in truth, they are pawns in a greater spiritual war.
One of the most striking examples of Satan’s influence over earthly power is found in (Ezekiel 28:12-15), where the prophet addresses the king of Tyre, but the language transcends the earthly ruler and speaks of a being more ancient: Satan himself. “Thou hast been in Eden the garden of God… Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth; and I have set thee so.” The description of the king of Tyre’s pride and fall mirrors that of Lucifer, showing how Satan’s spirit can inhabit and guide earthly leaders into ruin.
Through the manipulation of kings and governments, Satan establishes systems of oppression, injustice, and war. Nations rise and fall, but behind the scenes, the same dark hand pulls the strings. Many rulers, thinking they are acting wisely, become agents of evil without even realizing it.
One of the most terrifying aspects of Satan’s work is his ability to possess and manipulate individuals, often without their awareness. Throughout the New Testament, we see examples of demon possession, where individuals are overtaken by evil spirits, their actions controlled, and their lives destroyed.
In (Mark 5:1-5), we meet the man possessed by a legion of demons. This man, living among the tombs, was beyond human help. He was tormented day and night, cutting himself with stones, driven mad by the forces that controlled him. This account reveals the sheer power and cruelty of demonic possession, as the man had lost all autonomy and lived in constant agony.
But not all demonic manipulation is as overt. Often, Satan’s influence is far more subtle. In many cases, people are unaware that their thoughts and actions are being guided by dark forces. They may believe they are following their own desires, but in reality, they are being led down a path of destruction.
One of the most striking examples of this is Judas Iscariot. In (Luke 22:3), we read: “Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, being of the number of the twelve.” Judas, who had walked with Jesus, listened to His teachings, and witnessed His miracles, became the unwitting instrument of Satan’s plan to betray the Son of God. Judas likely thought his betrayal was his own choice, driven by greed or disillusionment. But in truth, he had become a vessel for Satan’s dark will.
This theme of possession without awareness is a common thread throughout history. Many individuals, consumed by pride, greed, or lust for power, open themselves to spiritual influence. They act out Satan’s will, causing harm to others and themselves, all while believing they are in control. This is one of the devil’s most dangerous tricks—making people think they are acting of their own accord when, in reality, they are being manipulated by unseen forces.
In some cases, Satan uses individuals not only to carry out his will but also to speak directly through them. These individuals become “talking heads”—mouthpieces for the devil’s lies. The most insidious aspect of this tactic is that the person often believes they are speaking their own thoughts, unaware that they are being used as a vessel for deception, as most of your TV Prosperity preachers and other televangelists that are cloaked in the same darkness.
An example of this can be found in (1 Kings 22:21-23), where a lying spirit enters the mouths of the prophets of Ahab, leading him to his doom. These prophets, who should have been speaking the truth of God, instead became instruments of Satan’s plan, deceiving Ahab into going to war and ultimately to his death.
Conclusion: In modern times, this tactic continues. Influential figures—politicians, media personalities, even religious leaders—may become unwitting vessels for Satan’s lies. They speak confidently, convinced of their own righteousness, but their words lead others astray. These “talking heads” spread confusion, division, and false teachings, often with disastrous consequences.
Satan’s goal in using these individuals is to create chaos and division, leading people further away from the truth. The more prominent the individual, the more effective the deception, as entire nations or movements can be swayed by the words of a single person.
The devil’s ploys throughout history have been vast and varied, but always focused on one goal: leading humanity away from God and toward destruction. By twisting truth, manipulating human vessels, and crafting subtle traps, Satan has drawn countless souls into darkness. Yet, Scripture reveals his strategies, providing God’s people with the wisdom to stand firm.
As believers are reminded in Ephesians (6:11-12), “Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”
Author and Servant; Norman G. Roy III
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