1. The Problem of Lukewarmness
Key Idea: The church has become comfortable with being average, unlike sports teams that strive to improve.
Warning: Lukewarm attendance and presence in the community reflect spiritual complacency.
Memory Verse: Revelation 3:16 – So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.
Discussion Questions:
- 1. What does spiritual lukewarmness look like in your life?
- 2. Why do you think Jesus warns so strongly against being lukewarm?
- 3. What practical steps can you take to rekindle your passion for Christ?
2. Victory Over Satan
Core Scripture: Revelation 12:11 – They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.
Two Weapons for Victory:
- The Blood of Christ – Represents Jesus’ sacrificial death and atonement for sin.
- Our Testimony – Declaring faith in Christ boldly.
Memory Verse: Romans 8:37 – Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Discussion Questions:
- 1. How does the blood of Jesus give us victory over Satan?
- 2. Why is your testimony a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare?
- 3. Share a time when your testimony encouraged someone else.
3. Satan’s Strategy
Starts in the Mind: Fear, doubt, and negative thoughts are his entry points.
Common Fears: Rejection, unworthiness, failure.
Scripture Defense: Isaiah 54:17 – No weapon formed against you shall prosper; 2 Timothy 1:7 – God has not given us a spirit of fear.
Memory Verse: Philippians 4:8 – Whatsoever things are true… think on these things.
Discussion Questions:
- 1. Which fear do you struggle with most?
- 2. How can renewing your mind with God’s Word defeat Satan’s attacks?
- 3. What practical habits help you guard your thoughts?
4. Understanding Satan
Origin: Once an angel, fell through pride (Isaiah 14:12).
Nature: Accuser, tempter, seeks vulnerable believers.
Limitations: Can only act within God’s permission (Job 1:8-12).
Memory Verse: 1 Peter 5:8 – Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.
Discussion Questions:
- 1. How does knowing Satan’s limitations strengthen your faith?
- 2. Why is vigilance important in the Christian life?
- 3. What does resisting the devil look like practically?
Satan is Defeated Study Guide
Memory Verses & Discussion Questions
Prepared by Pastor William Thompson
Date: December 18, 2025
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