Pastor John,
Ok. I found the part in Chapter 6, Section Three that I really liked. For me, it set the stage for reading about the Son’s ministry. It’s the five statements Jesus made.
- No one could come to the Father but by him (Jn. 14:6).
- All power in heaven and earth was given to him (Mt. 28:18. Note: Jesus did not claim power over the earth only, which Satan had offered him, but power in heaven also, which Satan wanted for himself.)
- He had the authority to forgive sins (Mk. 2:5-7. Note: This claim was rejected by religious leaders whom Jesus called Satan’s sons, and being Satan’s sons, they would have been reflecting Satan’s attitude.)
- He and God were in perfect accord (Jn. 10:30; 17:22).
- He was greater than both the temple (Mt. 12:6) and the Sabbath (Lk. 6:5).”
Thinking about only Jesus can do these things gives me a settled heart and encourages His spirit in me. The Section Three is wonderful. Thank you! I almost feel like I’m learning a new Jesus and a new Satan.
Song