The Battle of Golgotha
April 10, 2022
In his book, The Art of War, the great Chinese general Sun Tzu admonished his readers to “know thy enemy.” What is true in human warfare is also true in spiritual warfare. Join us for part 6 of Revolution where we take a deeper look at the enemy, how he was defeated, and the aftermath of his defeat.
Passage:
Ezekiel 28:1-19 & Revelation 12
Principles:
- Satan was not, is not, and never will be ___ __________. He was an ____________________ used by God to facilitate our ________ ________.
- Satan’s “power” comes whenever individuals decide to ____________ ______.
- Satan’s defeat and fall from heaven came about at the ______________________ of __________.
- Satan’s role as the accuser of mankind ended at the __________.
- Satan is now confined to __________ where he makes war against the ____________ (the ____________ of ______).
Practice:
- The war is won but the battle rages on, therefore be __________ and __________.
- Live as one who ______ ________ set free from sin and its power.
- Live as citizens of the Kingdom ________ and ______.
- Live ____ ______________ to secure the freedom of others.
- Trust Jesus as your redeemer and the only One who has sacrificed Himself to ______ ________ ______________.
Daily Readings:
This week we will read Ezekiel 28, which is often cited as the story of the fall of Satan, and the second half of the book of Revelation. As you read, invite the Holy Spirit to open your eyes to the spiritual battles raging around you and thank God for the victory He has won on your behalf in Jesus Christ.
- Day 1: Ezekiel 28
- Day 2: Revelation 10-11
- Day 3: Revelation 12-13
- Day 4: Revelation 14-15
- Day 5: Revelation 16-17
- Day 6: Revelation 18-20
- Day 7: Revelation 21-22
Suggested Resources:
The Day the Revolution Began, by N.T Wright
Surprised by Hope, by N.T. Wright
Jesus, the final days, by N.T. Wright and Craig Evans
Six Hours One Friday, by Max Lucado
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, by C.S. Lewis
Screwtape Letters, by C.S. Lewis
The Great Divorce, by C.S. Lewis