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The Devil, also known as Satan, is depicted in the Bible as the ultimate adversary of God and humanity. He is characterized by his rebellion against God and his role as the tempter and deceiver. The Devil's influence is evident in the actions and desires of the wicked, who are said to do the lusts of their father, the Devil.

In the Gospel of John, Jesus addresses the Pharisees, highlighting their spiritual lineage and the nature of their actions: "You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out his desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, refusing to uphold the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, because he is a liar and the father of lies" (John 8:44). This passage underscores the connection between the wicked and the Devil, emphasizing that those who reject the truth and engage in deceitful practices are following in the footsteps of Satan.

The lusts of the Devil are further illustrated in the epistles, where the Apostle Paul warns against the desires of the flesh, which are contrary to the Spirit. In his letter to the Galatians, Paul writes: "The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God" (Galatians 5:19-21). These acts are reflective of the Devil's influence, as they lead individuals away from God's righteousness and towards spiritual destruction.

The Apostle John also addresses the nature of sin and its connection to the Devil in his first epistle: "The one who practices sin is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the very start. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the works of the devil" (1 John 3:8). This verse highlights the ongoing battle between good and evil, with the Devil's works being characterized by sin and rebellion against God.

The Devil's influence is not limited to overt acts of sin but extends to the subtle enticements and temptations that lead individuals away from God's will. James, the brother of Jesus, provides insight into the process of temptation: "But each one is tempted when by his own evil desires he is lured away and enticed. Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death" (James 1:14-15). This passage illustrates how the Devil exploits human desires to lead individuals into sin, ultimately resulting in spiritual death.

The Devil's role as the tempter is also evident in the account of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness. In the Gospel of Matthew, Satan attempts to entice Jesus with various offers, appealing to physical needs, pride, and power (Matthew 4:1-11). Jesus' resistance to these temptations serves as a model for believers, demonstrating the importance of relying on God's Word and Spirit to overcome the Devil's schemes.

In summary, the Devil's influence is manifested in the lusts and desires of the wicked, who follow his example of deceit, rebellion, and sin. The Bible provides numerous warnings and teachings to help believers recognize and resist the Devil's temptations, emphasizing the need for spiritual vigilance and reliance on God's truth.

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John 8:44
You are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father you will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and stayed not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he speaks of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it.
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The Judges Said: He Has Given Demonstration Enough of the Origin ...
... to the light of day, is constituted the devil's first father ... it stand also with you:
if you bring the wicked one to light in your own deeds, and do his lusts ...
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How Saints May Help the Devil
... "Doth Job serve God for nought?" said the devil. ... Sins, too, they are that render
the wicked callous in their sins ... Where do your wars and fightings is come from? ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 5 1859/how saints may help the.htm

The Testament of Asher Concerning Two Faces of vice and virtue.
... From wickedness flee away, destroying the devil by your good ... faced serve not God,
but their own lusts, so that ... For many in killing the wicked do two works, an ...
/.../the testaments of the twelve patriarchs/x the testament of asher concerning.htm

Evidences of Regeneration.
... so that even the greatest liars do not, and ... in reprobating, disapproving, and abhorring
wicked men and ... than of abhorrence and indignation toward the devil? ...
/.../finney/systematic theology/lecture xxix evidences of regeneration.htm

The Antichrist Will be the Son of Satan
... Now the very fact that the Wicked One is here denominated "the piercing and ... 5. "Ye
are of your father the Devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. ...
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Letter vi. Temptation.
... You have the promise, that if you resist the devil he will flee from ... I will keep
my mouth with a bridle, while the wicked is before me." I do not mean ...
/.../a practical directory for young christian females/letter vi temptation.htm

On the Words of the Gospel, John v. 31,"If I Bear Witness of ...
... was the author of death, and the devil was himself ... Thou hast determined to do, thou
hast fulfilled. ... thou hast determined on some bad and wicked and abominable ...
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Psalm CXL.
... but also against their prince, the devil himself, who ... not fierce, are not savage,
do not persecute ... luxurious, drunkards, given to pleasure....Wicked then is ...
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The Worst Things Work for Good to the Godly
... Shall impure sinners do the devil more service than we ... Christian, though you do not
break forth into a ... often the means of converting the wicked; their prudent ...
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The Doctrine of Satan.
... Matt.13:19, 39""Then cometh the wicked one . . . ... 2. HIS PERSONALITY. John 8:44""Ye
are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. ...
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