Lucifer, also known as the devil or Satan, is a prominent figure in the Bible, known for his rebellion against God and his subsequent fall from heaven. This sermon will explore who Lucifer was, what he did, and his ultimate fate, as revealed in Scripture.
Who was Lucifer?
Lucifer, whose name means "morning star" or "light bearer," was a beautiful and powerful angel created by God (Ezekiel 28:12-17). He was a cherubim, a high-ranking angel, and was appointed to guard the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3:24).
What did he do?
Lucifer's sin was pride and rebellion against God. He became proud of his beauty and power, and he desired to be like God, ruling over heaven and earth (Isaiah 14:12-15). He convinced a third of the angels to join him in his rebellion, but they were defeated by God and cast out of heaven (Revelation 12:4).
How was he cast out?
Lucifer and his followers were cast out of heaven and fell to earth (Luke 10:18). He was stripped of his heavenly position and became a fallen angel, known as Satan or the devil.
Where is he now?
Lucifer, now known as Satan, is currently roaming the earth, seeking to destroy humanity and oppose God's plan (1 Peter 5:8). He is the ruler of the kingdom of darkness and is known as the prince of this world (John 12:31).
What is his job?
Satan's job is to tempt and deceive humanity, leading them away from God and into sin (Matthew 4:1-11). He is a liar and a murderer, and his ultimate goal is to destroy humanity and oppose God's plan (John 8:44).
Why didn't God forgive him?
God did not forgive Lucifer because of his pride and unwillingness to repent (1 Timothy 3:6). Lucifer's sin was a grave offense against God's sovereignty, and his rebellion was unforgivable (Matthew 12:31-32).
Where will he end up?
Satan will ultimately be cast into the lake of fire, where he will be tormented day and night forever (Revelation 20:10). He will be joined by the false prophet and the beast, and they will be punished for their rebellion against God (Revelation 20:15).
What will God do to him at the end?
At the end of time, God will judge Satan and his followers, and they will be punished for their rebellion (Revelation 20:12-15). Satan will be cast into the lake of fire, and he will be tormented forever, a reminder of the consequences of pride and rebellion against God.
Lucifer, once a beautiful and powerful angel, fell from heaven due to his pride and rebellion against God. He is now known as Satan, the ruler of the kingdom of darkness, and his ultimate fate is to be cast into the lake of fire, where he will be tormented forever. This serves as a warning to humanity of the dangers of pride and rebellion against God.
We're going to explore the dangers of the spirit of pride and rebellion, and how it can lead us down a path of destruction, just like Lucifer. We'll examine the consequences of this spirit and how to overcome it through humility and obedience to God.
The Spirit of Pride and Rebellion
- Pride and rebellion are a deadly combination, leading us to exalt ourselves above God and His authority.
- This spirit is characterized by arrogance, anger, and disobedience, leading us to resist God's guidance and wisdom.
The Consequences of Pride and Rebellion
- Lucifer, once a beautiful and powerful angel, fell from heaven due to his pride and rebellion (Isaiah 14:12-15).
- Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall (Proverbs 16:18).
- When we embrace this spirit, we open ourselves up to the consequences of sin, including separation from God and destruction.
Overcoming Pride and Rebellion
- Humility is the antidote to pride (James 4:6-7).
- We must submit ourselves to God, resisting the devil and his schemes (James 4:7-8).
- Through repentance and obedience, we can overcome the spirit of pride and rebellion, and walk in the humility and love of Christ.
Let us beware of the dangerous spirit of pride and rebellion, and instead choose the path of humility and obedience to God. May we learn from Lucifer's fall and resist the temptation to exalt ourselves above God. Through Christ, we can overcome and walk in the love and grace of our Heavenly Father.
Bible verses
- Proverbs 29:23 - "A man's pride brings him low, but a man of lowly spirit gains honor."
- 1 Peter 5:6-7 - "Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."
- Revelation 12:4 - "And there was war in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back."
