He Has the Worst Names
Satan's names reveal his true nature and disposition, which is characterized by greatness, brutishness, malice, and cruelty.
Thomas Brooks emphasizes the various names of Satan found in Scripture, illustrating his nature and disposition. Each name, such as Behemoth, Adversary, and Abaddon, reflects the devil's characteristics, including his brutishness, malice, and destructive tendencies. Brooks warns that these names reveal the true essence of Satan as the ultimate adversary, tempter, and destroyer, highlighting the seriousness of his influence in the world. The sermon serves as a reminder of the spiritual battle believers face against such a formidable foe. Ultimately, understanding Satan's nature through his names equips Christians to resist his temptations and deceptions.
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We may read much of Satan's nature and disposition
by the diverse names and epithets that are given him
in the Scripture. Sometimes he is called Behemoth,
whereby the greatness and brutishness of the devil
is figured (Job 40:15). Those evil spirits are sometimes
called accusers, for their calumnies and slanders;
and evil ones, for their malice. Satan is Adversarius,
an adversary, that troubles and molests (1 Pet. 5:8).
Abaddon is a destroyer (Rev. 9:11). They are . . .
tempters, for their suggestions;
lions, for their devouring;
dragons, for their cruelty;
serpents, for their subtlety.
As his names are, so is he. Satan's names answer
to his nature. He has the worst names and the
worst nature of all created creatures.
Sermon Outline
- Satan's Nature and Disposition
- The Meaning of Satan's Names
- The Implications of Satan's Names
- Satan's Worst Nature
- Answering to His Nature
Key Quotes
“As his names are, so is he.” — Thomas Brooks
“Satan's names answer to his nature.” — Thomas Brooks
“He has the worst names and the worst nature of all created creatures.” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- We must be aware of Satan's tactics and strategies in order to resist his temptations and attacks.
- Understanding Satan's nature and disposition can help us to better resist his influence in our lives.
- We must be vigilant and proactive in our resistance against Satan's evil plans.