The Angelic Conflict

Lesson AC003– Small Group Bible Study on Satanic Intervention in The Angelic Conflict

Look up the following Scriptures. When reading these verses ask yourself the following questions:

1. Who is talking/writing?
2. Who is the audience?
3. What do these verses have to say about our main topic?

Read the following article that relates to our topical Bible study.

The Angelic Conflict - Part Three
With the fall of Adam and Eve the entire human race was separated from God, plunged into depravity, and set on the path to destruction. But the purposes of God were not hindered by disaster at the dawn of human history any more than they are hindered by disaster today. From eternity past, God had a plan for the universe. Read here

As you read the article, highlight the sentences, statements or paragraphs that you find most profound, confusing, revolutionary, fundamental or inspiring.  Mark each highlight with the reason you choose it.  Use the corresponding word or letter. P = Profound , C = Confusing , R = Revolutionary , F = Fundamental , I = Inspiring.

After you have done this for the entire article, force yourself to narrow your favorite sentences, statements or paragraphs down to your top 5. Then top 3. Then 1. This will prepare you for in-depth group discussion.

Not only will this technique improve overall reading comprehension, but will act as a discussion outline for your small group.  This method also provides a jump start if you choose to do a written summary of the article.

Answer the following questions after reading the article above:

1. In what ways did Satan try to subvert the messianic rescue of mankind?
   
   
   
2. What is anti-Semitism and who is behind it? Why?
   
   
   
3. List four incidents where Jesus escaped death.
   
   
   
4. What would the implications have been if Jesus had died during the beatings prior to the cross?
   
   
   
5. Contrast Satan's indictment of God's Love and Fairness with the Cross and Salvation.
   
   
   
6. Explain why Angels and Demons are so interested in our daily lives.