SATAN IN THE NEW TESTAMENT And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And do not bring us to the time of trial but rescue us from the evil one. — Matthew 6:12–13 The "evil one" is Satan, from whom the faithful should beg frequently for deliverance, according to Matthew Satan is the ruler of this world, according to John 12:31, 14:30, and 16:11. According to Paul's followers, Satan rules not only the Earth, but the …showed first 75 words of 713 total…

…showed last 75 words of 713 total…given to Satan by God. The divine assurance of the community is in no way shattered by the power of Satan. Satan can prevent necessary journeys. He can tempt members of the community. He constantly places the community in danger. But in faith the community is in every respect freed from his power, so that even the blows of the angel of Satan and delivering to Satan are comprehended in the gracious operation of God.