Sermons on Satan Counterfeits:

Satan Uses Religion

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 30, 2022

Satan uses hypocrisy, fratricide, and self righteousness to misdirect and misfocus the Christian (Adapted from a book by Joe Beam called "Seeing the Unseen")

HoHum: Does Satan go to church? I know he does. Yes, the spiritual forces of evil are here but mostly they work through people. Imagine Simon Peter’s surprise when this happened: “Jesus turned and said to Peter, “Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling-block to me; you do not have in mind the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:28, Matthew 12:25, Luke 18:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The People Satan Fears. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

We're going to explore the type of people Satan fears the most.

We're going to explore the type of people Satan fears the most. These People possess characteristics that make them a threat to the enemy's plans, and we can learn from their examples. Firstly, Satan fears people who are unashamed of their faith (1 Peter 3:13-14). These individuals boldly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-14, Psalm 27:1-3, Acts 1:8, Philippians 1:29-30

Who Is Satan (1) Series

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 28, 2024

Satan is not a human being but a spiritual entity created by God. He was perfect and a shining light before pride overtook him. Who is Satan?

TEXT: Job 1:6-7 "Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan came also among them. And the LORD said unto Satan, Whence comest thou? Then Satan answered the LORD, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-7, Isaiah 14:12-15, Ezekiel 28:12-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is Satan? (2) Series

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 28, 2024

Satan has a plethora of names and titles that describes who he is. We will look at some of them in this series.

TEXT: Revelation 9:11 "And they had a king over them, which is the angel of the bottomless pit, whose name in the Hebrew tongue is Abaddon, but in the Greek tongue hath his name Apollyon." We have looked at Satan, the adversary or enemy of God and Christians, the devil, as a slanderer ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:11, Isaiah 14:12-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is Satan? (3) Series

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 28, 2024

Satan bears many titles with different meanings. Let's look as some of them.

TEXT: 2 Corinthians 4:4, John 12:31, Ephesians 2:2 "In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them... Now is the judgment of this world: now shall the prince of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:4, John 12:31, Ephesians 2:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sifting Work Of Satan

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 9, 2025

You are on Satan's sifting list. Every believer must pass through the sifting process as God gives the devil permission to test his children.

TEXT: Luke 22:31-34 (NLT) “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift each of you like wheat. But I have pleaded in prayer for you, Simon, that your faith should not fail. So when you have repented and turned to me again, strengthen your brothers.” Peter said, “Lord, I am ready to go to prison with you, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Offence: The Bait Of Satan

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 26, 2025

Offence is one of Satan’s most dangerous and subtle traps. It can cripple a person spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. But God gives us the grace to overcome offence through the power of love, humility, and forgiveness.

OFFENCE: THE BAIT OF SATAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 17:1 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 18:19, Matthew 24:10, 2 Timothy 2:24–26, Hebrews 12:14–15, 2 Corinthians 2:10–11 INTRODUCTION: Jesus made it clear in Luke 17:1 that “it is impossible but that offences will come.” This truth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

6 A Fully Known Overcomer Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on May 30, 2025

Living a fake life has its consequences, and one is leading other people astray. Could we have created a deity of Jesus--an idol only of Jesus, but actually do not know the real Jesus? Counterfeit Jesus, faith, and gospels have been around since the resurrection.

I read this story about a Chinese boy who wanted to learn about jade so he went to study with a talented old teacher. This gentle man put a piece of the precious stone into his hand and told him to hold it tight. Then he began to talk of philosophy, men, women, the sun and almost everything under ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Methodist

Idolatry Is The Issue Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 15, 2018

In this introduction to the series, we discuss what idolatry is and how it is still a problem in our modern times.

A. Can you guess what is the number one problem in the Bible? 1. It is the problem that more than 1,000 verses speak of? a. It is the problem that more than 50 of the laws in the first five books of the Bible are directed against. b. In Judaism it was one of only four sins to which the death ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:21, Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Look Out For False Teachers Series

Contributed by Jason Grubbs on Jan 11, 2020

The Bible teaches that Satan is a master counterfeiter, trying to pass off on people a version of Christianity that looks good but will not be accepted by God in Heaven.

Introduction: Have you ever had a counterfeit bill? That’s never happened to me. But sometimes, today, people can get scammed into buying a counterfeit ticket to a sporting event or concert or even buying a counterfeit product that was cheaply made to look like the real thing. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3

Counterfeit Christianity Part 1: Itching Ears Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jun 24, 2019

Many will reject the sound doctrines of the bible to have their "Itching ears" satisfied. They will seek out teachers and preachers to make them feel good about themselves and to have their sins justified.

Yesterday on Facebook, a quote from A.W. Tozer popped up (I follow the “A.W. Tozer - Daily Inspirations from Great Christians” FB page). It so much applied to today’s message: "A whole new generation of Christians has come up believing that it is possible to “accept” Christ without forsaking ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Authentic Versus Counterfeit Faith (Part I) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 20, 2024

Justification is by faith alone. But we must be sure that the faith we are operating in is the biblical faith Paul is talking about in Romans 4. The authentic faith of Abraham is described in verses 16-22. This description is examined.

Intro Jesus made an alarming statement in the Sermon on the Mount: “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father in heaven. 22 On that day many will say to me, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and cast out ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25, Matthew 7:16-23, 1 Corinthians 1:18-31, Romans 10:9-10, James 2:17-22, Proverbs 6:32-33, Acts 26:19-20, Titus 1:2, Matthew 25:14-46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Satan's Background, Part 2

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 10, 2011

Some more information on the nature of Satan.

Satan’s Background, Part 2 A Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Eph 6:11 (KJV) “Wiles” 1 Wiles is from the Greek word “methodei”. a Our word “method” comes from this word. b Derived from two Greek ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11

Denomination: Baptist

Being Real In A Real World

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 24, 2022

The world is looking for us to be real. if we are to be Christ-like they want to see it in our lives.

Being Real in a Real World Daniel chapter 1:1-21 Introduction- Good Morning Church If you would turn with me to the Book of Daniel Chapter One we will find our text and message for this morning. Daniel is in the Old Testament between Ezekiel and Hosea. As your turning there let’s pray. Prayer- ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

How To Defeat Satan's Plans

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2001

To lead the people to understand where Satan came from and what he did to cause God to kick him out of heaven along with the rebellious angels.

Unit 15 – Satan and His Demons Lesson 40 – Where Satan Came From and What He Did – Isaiah. 14:12-20; Ezek. 28:11-18; Gen. 3; Job 1 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand where Satan came from and what he did to cause God to kick him out of heaven along with the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational