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ìPride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall.î Pr. 16:18
Everyone in the history of mankind who has been overcome by the spirit of Satan has had this spiritual disease. Every type, every symbol of the antichrist has this mark upon it. That makes it easy to understand those who are types. The heart of Tyrus was exalted above measure. Filled with pride which ruled all ability to properly evaluate his position in life. So great had he become in his own sight that he declared himself to be a God. That immediately placed the seal of Satan upon him. That reminds us of the time when Lucifer believed that he could be like unto the most High and tried to exalt himself beyond measure. Pride is a self inflicted misfortune which can only lead to destruction. Isa. 14:14
It is important to a proper understanding of the antichrist that we thoroughly recognize that the very first insurrection against the Lord took place in His very throne presence. Satan was known as the anointed cherub. The holy anointing oil of the Lord, the Holy Spirit was upon him. His was the responsibility of covering or the leader of the protecting forces of the Lord. His place was on the holy mountain, or the high place of God. He had moved up an down amongst the stones of fire. , the building materials of the temple. Again, indicating the fire of the holy Spirit. He was the closest of all of creation to the Lord. The inner circle. The enemy within. Eze. 28:14
Paul wrote concerning the antichrist and said that he would be a person with the spirit and nature of opposition. Particularly, in hostility against Christ. The current attack of trying to remove Christ from Christmas is ridiculous but a small sign of what is to come. His purpose in resisting is that he might exalt himself that he might be known as God and that all worship be directed toward him. Be alert to the fact that he is from the inner circle of spiritual leaders. He is revealed as one who is occupying the very temple of God where he proclaims himself to be God. A proper understanding of just exactly what the temple of God is, is vital at this point of our study. ìDo you not know that you are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you.î 1 Cor. 3:16 This transaction will not take place in any physical building made of stone or other materials. The antichrist will first of all be an individual who is well known for his spiritual exploits. Jesus said on choosing the twelve disciples that one of those chosen ones was a devil. John 6:70 That one we know by the name of Judas. The spirit of opposition was in him. He opposed the anointing of the Lord Jesus ( because he was a thief). John 12:4 In so doing he persuade other to follow suit and complain. Mt. 26:8-9 The enemy is within. The other disciples were not aware of his nature, even up to and until the last supper. Mark 14:18-19.