The Dark Lord, Satan, sat on the highest mountain of the earth. He surveyed the kingdoms of this world and did not hear the normal din of everyday life. The earth was eerily quiet; he could see death and destruction everywhere. It made him almost gleeful. He savored the feeling for a few moments and then turned to his most powerful demons. He smiled and with a smug look on his face said, “What do you have for me today?”
Fear spoke first, “We’ve got them on the run. The earth is filled with fear and they are worried. I believe I am accomplishing my finest work yet.”
The Dark Lord nodded, “I knew I could count on you in any crisis.”
“My business is down. The prostitutes and pimps are not on the street. and sex trafficking has slowed,” Lust whined.
“Not to worry,” the Dark Lord consoled. “You will back in business soon enough.”
“It’s been a bad few weeks for me. Everything I have built for people to worship is being knocked down,” Idolatry complained.
“I’ve been going through a rough patch also. Kindness and Generosity have been rampant. I can’t seem to put a stop to it,” Selfishness chimed in.
“You think it’s been bad for you? I’ve had the roughest weeks yet. Thousands are turning back to The Father of Lights and His Son, Jesus,” Unbelief said as he erupted in frustration.
The Dark Lord watched as his henchmen all started to talk at once; each one vying for his attention. He let them get their frustrations out and then he looked at each one. “My time is almost here. Those that won’t turn to the Father of Lights and His Son will be looking for a savior. I am almost ready to take my rightful place in the earth. I will be worshipped by millions and we will finally have our day. Take heart, it is coming soon.”
With that statement, the demons fell at his feet and groveled. They too had been waiting for his time. It was going to be their time also…a time of suffering and sorrow like the world had never seen.
“Soon,” the Dark Lord repeated. He looked at each and every demon, “Now, get back to work. We must get the world ready for my appearing.”
Image by Leonardo DeCarvalho. Courtesy of Pixabay.
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Well done.
Fear is pointless; however, a healthy wariness of what’s happening in the unseen is wise.
On the topic of lust, I actually think the enemy will gain ground. People are stuck in their homes, full of fear and anxiety. This is when people will turn to old crutches, old addictions, all of which are readily available on their computers. They need our prayers more than ever.
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Yes, that thought was in my mind also. It did not go in the story, but it is there none the less. Thank you for bringing it to our attention! ❤
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Thank you for this encouraging allegory. Blessings!
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So thankful for Jesus! The evil one should read Philippians 2:5-11. Every knee will bow to Jesus, including the evil one and his demons. Come, Lord Jesus! God bless!
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Yes, so agree with you! Thank you for sharing that Scripture reference with us! Take care, Ryan!
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ryan philippians 2:13 is missing
ryan can quote all scriptures
through crist he is his strength
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Yes, he can! Blessings to you!
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ryan quote 2:13
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The enemy has been at work since the creation. However, greater is He that is in us than He that is in the world. Thanks be to our wonderful Lord and Saviour, we have no fear! Perfect love casts out fear. ~1 John 4:18
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Absolutely! He hates humankind and he is constantly out to destroy us! Sometimes we don’t need much outside help to do it….Blessings to you, Carmen! 💜
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Have faith and share the gospel and love during these dark days until the end comes. Stay awake!
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Absolutely! Right On P.K.!
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Chilling. It made my blood run cold.
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Yes, the enemy is certainly at work at the moment! Blessings to you!
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Thank you, Val.
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Yikes.
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You seem to be channeling your inner C. S. Lewis here.
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Yes, or my inner Frank Peretti!
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I was thinking of “The Screwtape Letters.”
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Yes,…I was thinking of “This Present Darkness.”
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Wow, another amazing piece of yours! Thank you for putting this picture in front of our eyes and I hope they are wide open to see it! Reposting it imeediately!
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Thank you so much! God gave it to me one morning and had to write it down!
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Thank you for the reblog!
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this is so interesting. thanks for sharing us. i really like it.
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Thank you! Blessings to you!
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