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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:
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 |
Bible Answer: Short answer: As Jesus was tempted in the wilderness in three areas, (Matt 4) Believers are tempted in the same 3 areas, Lust of the eyes, Lust of the flesh, and the pride of life. (1Jn 4:15-17) Judas is a "special" case you see. Remember Jesus said, Have not I chosen you 12 and one of you is a devil? Jn6:70 Judas is also called the "Son Of Perdition" by Jesus Jn17:12. How far do you want to go with this? Believers are sealed by the Holy Spirit Eph. 4:30 and cannot be possessed by evil spirits since God's spirit has possession of us, but evil spirits can and do try to get us to loose control of our emotions, attitude and blow our witness for Christ or "act" like the devil to bring reproach on His name. Eph. 6:12 |