Recently, we have been exploring the question: Who, or what, is Satan? Scripture offers different insights, and I was surprised by what I found.

There are different views on the serpent in Genesis, whether literal, spiritual, or symbolic. The real question is: What voice are we listening to? One that deceives and burdens, or the One who invites us to rest?

Today, we are exploring the top three views about satan and the identity of the serpent in the Garden of Eden. We’ll present each view, along with the supporting arguments and the challenges to each one.

I’ve shared what I found, along with supporting scriptures.You decide what you believe and walk in the freedom and rest that come only from the Lord, not from victory over demons.

I’m no longer on the front lines of a spiritual war.

Instead, I’ve discovered a kingdom not built on fear but on love. A kingdom that is here and now. It is beautiful and peaceful, not raging in battle.

This is the kingdom of God, established in the new covenant.

The kingdom of Grace.

Remember: We don’t have to believe exactly the same. Just listen to the Lord and trust the Spirit to lead you into truth.

All Scripture taken from NASB1995

Genesis 3:1

Revelation 12:9

2 Corinthians 11:3

Matthew 23:33

Genesis 3:14

Matthew 3:7

Psalm 58:3–4

Matthew 10:16

John 12:24

Welcome to our final episode in our 3 part series: What Is the Real Story Behind Satan? We have been looking at a perspective you may never have heard before, and it’s one that could change how you see spiritual opposition, biblical prophecy, and the gospel itself.

Today we look at the “satan” in Revelation and learn many references may actually point to corrupt religious leaders who resisted the new covenant of grace, not invisible spiritual beings.

The Bible’s language is often symbolic and covenantal, not literal and physical.

That changes everything.

What if the enemy you’ve been taught to fear isn’t a supernatural monster, but deception itself? What if freedom in Christ doesn’t come from spiritual warfare, but from resting in what’s already finished?

We are no longer under the old covenant. Christ fulfilled it and ushered in a gospel of freedom, rest, and truth. But many modern religious systems still teach Law + Grace.

That’s not the gospel.

Today we wrap up with several questions we should consideras we look at the real story behind satan.

Let’s keep learning, questioning, and walking in truth.

Remember, You are already free.

Scripture taken from the NASB 1995

Deuteronomy 31:29

Mark 11:15-17

Mark 11:18

Matthew 23:29-38

John 8:44

Revelation 2:8-10

Revelation 2:12-14

Revelation 2:24

Revelation 3:9

Revelation 12:9

Revelation 20:1–2

Revelation 20:7-8

A spiritual journey, from fear-driven religion to freedom intruth. So many messages highlight the devil. Often, we blame the devil foreverything.

Sometimes, fear, not freedom, seems to define the Christian walk.

The Bible, firmly rooted in Jewish history and context, often uses the word “Satan” (from the Greek) simply to mean “adversary”, one who opposes. It’s not always a supernatural being. It can refer to humans, institutions, or systems standing in opposition to God’s plan.

The leaders in Jesus’ day, obsessed with control, had abandoned the true covenant with God. They manipulated the temple, compromised with Rome, and ultimately betrayed their Messiah. Could they have been the real "satan" figure, tempting Jesus to join their system of power and compromise?

In this light, much of what modern Christian’s fear, a devil behind every problem, might be a distraction from the real battle: resisting corrupt systems, legalism, and false religion.

The Pharisees, not demons, were Jesus’ biggest enemies. Theykilled Him not out of theology, but to protect their power.

The takeaway is this: maybe we’ve been fighting illusions, not realities. Maybe peace comes not from “binding the devil,” but from breaking free of religious deception.

The victory has already been won through Christ. Now, it’s time to walk in truth, clarity, and freedom.

Scripture taken from the NASB 1995

Is the Bible There for My Instruction

1 John 4:18

Matthew 4:1-11

John 19:15

Matthew 16:23

Mark 4:14-16

Today we get real. I had turned into a modern-day Pharisee and I had unrealistic expectations of those I love. I thought obedience was the key. Now I know love is the key. But before I understood grace, I was more concerned with obedience than anything else and it made my life difficult.

Today we talk about how we can do things differently that will bring positive changes immediately. There is more freedom available and today we are going to talk about how to make it our reality.

All Scripture Taken from ESV

Matthew 15:1-9

Do we live in an illusion? An illusion of what we currently have and what may be coming our way? How much has Hollywood influenced our thinking when it comes to sincere biblical truth?

How can we find our freedom in Christ and live it out to the full, abandoning complacency and regret?

How have the messages about tribulation and catastrophe subliminally formed our view about God and therefore effected every area of our lives?

These are valid questions and the desire to live lives of peace and joy are not only available, they can become a reality in our lives now.

Let’s explore these questions and more on today’s Grace at LAST Podcast.

All Scripture is taken from the NASB1995

John 18:36

Mark 4:1-12

Leviticus 26

Daniel 2:32- 35

Daniel 2:43-45

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Hebrews New Covenant Study

Ephesians New Covenant Study

One of the greatest promises God gave to His people to give them hope is contained in the book of Daniel. The God of the Bible made a promise hundreds of years before Jesus’ earthly life about a kingdom. He promised an unshakeable kingdom in which His people, the righteous, would dwell. This kingdom would never be ruled by a man, turned over to another, and will endure forever.

Daniels interpretation of the king’s dream tells us precisely when that kingdom would be established. These powerful truths that renew our minds to live in the truth of our new life in Christ will take us to a deeper understanding of the love of God found in His Son. Our reality will be more in line with truth which will set us free.

There has been a place prepared for us and it is the kingdom of God, the kingdom of heaven, the kingdom of grace. Jesus is the kingdom, and He dwells in whosoever shall believe.

All scripture taken from NASB 1995

Hebrews New Covenant Teaching

Ephesians New Covenant Teaching

Matthew 24:34

Jeremiah 18:6

Daniel 2:40-43

John 19

Luke 24:44

John 18:36

Mark 1:4-15

Matthew 6:10

John 3:3-8

Is Jesus coming back? Do we need to be prepared for a second coming and if so, how do we do that? If not, why have we been lied to and told He is coming back any minute (for over 2000 years)? How can I ignore the many voices telling me about a future event where Jesus makes all things new and hear Jesus’ words only? Why is Jesus’ words and the narrative in the church so different? Which one is right?

On today’s Grace at LAST Podcast, we finish looking atJesus’ words to see what He had to say about His second coming in Matthew 24.

These powerful truths and more on today’s Grace at LAST Podcast.

All Scripture is taken from the NASB1995

Daniel 9:26-27

Matthew 24:17-51

Genesis 37:8-10

Hebrews - Too Good To Be True; The Gospel of Grace

Ephesians - Too Good To Be True; The Gospel of Grace

Nebuchadnezzars Dream by Brad Robertson

Brad Robertson on Grace at LAST Podcast

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