Beware of the Serpent !
Genesis 3:1–5, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Revelation 12:9
From the beginning of creation, the serpent has symbolized deception, cunning, and rebellion against God.
The serpent appeared first in the Garden of Eden as an agent of Satan, deceiving Eve to disobey God.
The serpent still operates today — not as a physical snake, but through lies, temptation, false doctrines, and manipulative spirits that seek to destroy the faith of believers.
The Word of God warns us clearly — “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.” (1 Peter 5:8)
1. THE NATURE OF THE SERPENT
Genesis 3:1 — “Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the Lord God had made.”
The serpent represents deception, subtlety, and manipulation.
He doesn’t always come openly; he comes disguised as truth, love, or opportunity.
The serpent’s greatest weapon is deception, not power. He aims to twist the Word of God and make sin look harmless or even attractive.
Be careful of:
* Words that sound right but contradict God’s Word.
* People or spirits that encourage compromise.
* Thoughts that make sin look reasonable.
2. THE STRATEGY OF THE SERPENT
2 Corinthians 11:3 — “But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.”
The serpent’s strategy is mental corruption. He targets your mind — planting doubt, confusion, fear, and rebellion.
He knows that if he can win your mind, he can control your actions.
His methods include:
- Questioning God’s Word (“Did God really say?”)
- Offering quick pleasures that lead to destruction
- Using half-truths to promote false beliefs
- Introducing spiritual pride or rebellion
3. THE SYMBOL OF THE SERPENT TODAY
Revelation 12:9 — “And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world...”
Today’s serpent operates through:
* False prophets (Matthew 7:15)
* Worldly desires and lust (1 John 2:16)
* Unforgiveness and hatred (Ephesians 4:26–27)
* Compromise and spiritual lukewarmness (Revelation 3:16)
Satan’s deception makes many Christians think they can serve God and still live in sin.
The serpent makes the forbidden look fruitful — but the fruit of disobedience always brings death (Romans 6:23).
4. HOW TO OVERCOME THE SERPENT
Luke 10:19 — “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy...”
God has not left us defenseless. You have spiritual authority over the serpent!
You must, however, stay under the covering of God’s Word and Spirit.
To overcome the serpent:
* Stay rooted in the Word of God (Psalm 119:11)
* Be prayerful and watchful (Matthew 26:41)
* Submit to God and resist the devil (James 4:7)
* Walk in the Spirit, not in the flesh (Galatians 5:16)
* Use the name of Jesus with faith and authority (Mark 16:17–18)
The serpent is still active, seeking to deceive and destroy.
But those who stand firm in Christ cannot be defeated. Be vigilant, keep your heart pure, and walk daily in the light of God’s Word.
When the serpent strikes, strike back with the sword of the Spirit — the Word of God.
Romans 16:20 — “And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly.”
PRAY THIS PRAYER
- Lord, open my eyes to recognize every serpent around me.
- Every deceitful voice speaking against my destiny, be silenced in Jesus’ name.
- Father, give me wisdom to discern truth from lies.
- Every serpent of temptation in my path, I crush you by the power in the blood of Jesus.
- Lord, keep me steadfast in Your Word and Spirit.
Pastor Abiodun Kadri
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Genesis 3:1–5, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Revelation 12:9
From the beginning of creation, the serpent has symbolized deception, cunning, and rebellion against God.
The serpent appeared first in the Garden of Eden as an agent of Satan, deceiving Eve to disobey God.
The serpent still operates today — not as a physical snake, but through lies, temptation, false doctrines, and manipulative spirits that seek to destroy the faith of believers.
The Word of God warns us clearly — “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.” (1 Peter 5:8)
1. THE NATURE OF THE SERPENT
Genesis 3:1 — “Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the Lord God had made.”
The serpent represents deception, subtlety, and manipulation.
He doesn’t always come openly; he comes disguised as truth, love, or opportunity.
The serpent’s greatest weapon is deception, not power. He aims to twist the Word of God and make sin look harmless or even attractive.
Be careful of:
* Words that sound right but contradict God’s Word.
* People or spirits that encourage compromise.
* Thoughts that make sin look reasonable.
2. THE STRATEGY OF THE SERPENT
2 Corinthians 11:3 — “But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.”
The serpent’s strategy is mental corruption. He targets your mind — planting doubt, confusion, fear, and rebellion.
He knows that if he can win your mind, he can control your actions.
His methods include:
- Questioning God’s Word (“Did God really say?”)
- Offering quick pleasures that lead to destruction
- Using half-truths to promote false beliefs
- Introducing spiritual pride or rebellion
3. THE SYMBOL OF THE SERPENT TODAY
Revelation 12:9 — “And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world...”
Today’s serpent operates through:
* False prophets (Matthew 7:15)
* Worldly desires and lust (1 John 2:16)
* Unforgiveness and hatred (Ephesians 4:26–27)
* Compromise and spiritual lukewarmness (Revelation 3:16)
Satan’s deception makes many Christians think they can serve God and still live in sin.
The serpent makes the forbidden look fruitful — but the fruit of disobedience always brings death (Romans 6:23).
4. HOW TO OVERCOME THE SERPENT
Luke 10:19 — “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy...”
God has not left us defenseless. You have spiritual authority over the serpent!
You must, however, stay under the covering of God’s Word and Spirit.
To overcome the serpent:
* Stay rooted in the Word of God (Psalm 119:11)
* Be prayerful and watchful (Matthew 26:41)
* Submit to God and resist the devil (James 4:7)
* Walk in the Spirit, not in the flesh (Galatians 5:16)
* Use the name of Jesus with faith and authority (Mark 16:17–18)
The serpent is still active, seeking to deceive and destroy.
But those who stand firm in Christ cannot be defeated. Be vigilant, keep your heart pure, and walk daily in the light of God’s Word.
When the serpent strikes, strike back with the sword of the Spirit — the Word of God.
Romans 16:20 — “And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly.”
PRAY THIS PRAYER
- Lord, open my eyes to recognize every serpent around me.
- Every deceitful voice speaking against my destiny, be silenced in Jesus’ name.
- Father, give me wisdom to discern truth from lies.
- Every serpent of temptation in my path, I crush you by the power in the blood of Jesus.
- Lord, keep me steadfast in Your Word and Spirit.
Pastor Abiodun Kadri
Support us:
Your love can go where you can’t. Every gift you give sends food, hope, and faith to those in need. Let’s restore lives together — give cheerfully today and let your love reach the world. Click here to SUPPORT: https://flutterwave.com/donate/1gkr3px8m1u0
#BewareOfTheSerpent #SpiritualDeception #VictoryInChrist #StayVigilant #WordOfGod #ResistTheDevil #ChristianSermon #EndTimeWarning #FaithOverFear #GodsPower
Beware of the Serpent !
Genesis 3:1–5, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Revelation 12:9
From the beginning of creation, the serpent has symbolized deception, cunning, and rebellion against God.
The serpent appeared first in the Garden of Eden as an agent of Satan, deceiving Eve to disobey God.
The serpent still operates today — not as a physical snake, but through lies, temptation, false doctrines, and manipulative spirits that seek to destroy the faith of believers.
The Word of God warns us clearly — “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.” (1 Peter 5:8)
1. THE NATURE OF THE SERPENT
đ Genesis 3:1 — “Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the Lord God had made.”
The serpent represents deception, subtlety, and manipulation.
He doesn’t always come openly; he comes disguised as truth, love, or opportunity.
The serpent’s greatest weapon is deception, not power. He aims to twist the Word of God and make sin look harmless or even attractive.
Be careful of:
* Words that sound right but contradict God’s Word.
* People or spirits that encourage compromise.
* Thoughts that make sin look reasonable.
2. THE STRATEGY OF THE SERPENT
đ 2 Corinthians 11:3 — “But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.”
The serpent’s strategy is mental corruption. He targets your mind — planting doubt, confusion, fear, and rebellion.
He knows that if he can win your mind, he can control your actions.
đ§ His methods include:
- Questioning God’s Word (“Did God really say?”)
- Offering quick pleasures that lead to destruction
- Using half-truths to promote false beliefs
- Introducing spiritual pride or rebellion
3. THE SYMBOL OF THE SERPENT TODAY
đ Revelation 12:9 — “And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world...”
Today’s serpent operates through:
* False prophets (Matthew 7:15)
* Worldly desires and lust (1 John 2:16)
* Unforgiveness and hatred (Ephesians 4:26–27)
* Compromise and spiritual lukewarmness (Revelation 3:16)
â ī¸ Satan’s deception makes many Christians think they can serve God and still live in sin.
The serpent makes the forbidden look fruitful — but the fruit of disobedience always brings death (Romans 6:23).
4. HOW TO OVERCOME THE SERPENT
đ Luke 10:19 — “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy...”
God has not left us defenseless. You have spiritual authority over the serpent!
You must, however, stay under the covering of God’s Word and Spirit.
đĄī¸ To overcome the serpent:
* Stay rooted in the Word of God (Psalm 119:11)
* Be prayerful and watchful (Matthew 26:41)
* Submit to God and resist the devil (James 4:7)
* Walk in the Spirit, not in the flesh (Galatians 5:16)
* Use the name of Jesus with faith and authority (Mark 16:17–18)
The serpent is still active, seeking to deceive and destroy.
But those who stand firm in Christ cannot be defeated. Be vigilant, keep your heart pure, and walk daily in the light of God’s Word.
When the serpent strikes, strike back with the sword of the Spirit — the Word of God.
đ Romans 16:20 — “And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly.”
PRAY THIS PRAYER
- Lord, open my eyes to recognize every serpent around me.
- Every deceitful voice speaking against my destiny, be silenced in Jesus’ name.
- Father, give me wisdom to discern truth from lies.
- Every serpent of temptation in my path, I crush you by the power in the blood of Jesus.
- Lord, keep me steadfast in Your Word and Spirit.
Pastor Abiodun Kadri
Support us:
Your love can go where you can’t. Every gift you give sends food, hope, and faith to those in need. Let’s restore lives together — give cheerfully today and let your love reach the world. Click here to SUPPORT: https://flutterwave.com/donate/1gkr3px8m1u0
#BewareOfTheSerpent #SpiritualDeception #VictoryInChrist #StayVigilant #WordOfGod #ResistTheDevil #ChristianSermon #EndTimeWarning #FaithOverFear #GodsPower
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