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Satan's best weapon against us is unbelief in his existance and indecision.

Jesus said: "As Ye Believe So Be It Unto You."

The Devil Isn'T Ugly

The devil isn't ugly.
He's attractive as can be.
He appears to us in any form,
That's tempting to you and me.

Whatever is your weakness,
Whatever tempts you most,
Money, power, beauty, love,
He's any and all of those.

If these things aren't a stumbling block,
Then he'll tempt you with pride.
He'll offer you a house, a car,
A really flashy ride.

Material things don't ring your bell,
Then he'll hit you with anger.
Someone really hurts you deep,
A friend becomes a stranger.

Some things can be like little gods,
We serve with adulation.
Things like vanity take many forms,
Possessions, social station.

If he can't trip you up with these,
Then he'll hit you with fear.
Whatever really scares you most,
Is how he will appear.

No, Satan isn't ugly,
Unless he wants to be.
No matter how he comes to you,
He's ugly, isn't he.
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Date: 6/1/2021 7:57:00 AM
Written perfectly... Well done. Ann
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Date: 5/30/2021 8:18:00 PM
Hi Judy, I agree; although he disguises himself as something beautiful and pleasing to the eye, he is hideous. He is cunning and sly; walking in the light is the only way to see him for what he truly is. Do you teach Sunday school or Bible study? Excellent poem-Alexis
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/31/2021 6:26:00 AM
Thank you so much Alexis. When we lived in the Northwest Territories years ago I taught Religion at the local school. It was fun. Thanks for asking. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/30/2021 11:56:00 AM
Well done! Enjoyed!
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/30/2021 7:58:00 PM
Thank you so much. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/30/2021 8:23:00 AM
This is so true! It reminded me of II Corinthians 11:14 that says "...for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light." A fav for me! Blessings, Kim M
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/30/2021 9:37:00 AM
Thanks bunches Kim. Great addition to my poem. Thanks for suggesting it. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/30/2021 4:20:00 AM
I love this on a Sunday morning. So true, temptation always comes in a pretty package, that nasty devil.
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Date: 5/30/2021 7:34:00 AM
It does indeed. Often he will entice you with the thought "It's naughty but so much fun and after all, God forgives." Thanks bunches my friend. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/30/2021 3:13:00 AM
The hideous beast dressed in sheeps clothing, a master of disguise but there's evidence of him everywhere. Tom
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/30/2021 7:31:00 AM
Oh I do so agree and when we finally discover him we are horrified at what he's done while in that disguise. Thanks bunches. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/30/2021 1:22:00 AM
It states in the genesis that the devil is te most astute of all. We must be aware of every move of his because he's a liar. Hugs
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/30/2021 7:25:00 AM
Ain't that the truth. Thanks bunches my friend. God Bless. JB
Date: 5/29/2021 9:26:00 PM
Perfect, Judy. So true: We picture the devil as this hideous, disfigured fiend -- when he's really out there attractive 'as hell,' to lure us into his nightmarish web. Kudos, Gershon
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Date: 5/30/2021 12:44:00 AM
Right you are Gershon. Thanks bunches. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/29/2021 9:05:00 PM
Fine write on how we can recognize Satan. I loved the verses; they clicked right along.
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Date: 5/29/2021 9:08:00 PM
Thanks so much Milton. God Bless, JB
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