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NASB | John 13:27 After the morsel, Satan then entered into him. Therefore Jesus *said to him, "What you do, do quickly." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | John 13:27 After [Judas had taken] the piece of bread, Satan entered him. Then Jesus said to him, "What you are going to do, do quickly [without delay]." |
Bible Question (short): How does the devil tempt us? |
Question (full): We are told that Satan "entered into" Judas just before he betrayed Jesus. What does this mean? Can Satan or other evil spirits enter into people and control them? Can they read our thoughts? Can they simply tempt us subtly without gaining access to our inner being? Does it make a difference whether one is a believer or not? I have heard many answers to these questions over time, but am specifically interested in any applicable Scripture references. Thanks in advance to any who may respond, --Cheryl |