Six Stages of Christ’s Victory Over Satan

John Stott explains six stages of Christ’s victory over Satan as it’s unfolded throughout Scripture.

1. The conquest is predicted. (Genesis 3:15)

2. The conquest began in the ministry of Jesus. (Luke 10:18)

3. The conquest is decisively achieved at the cross. (Colossians 2:13-15)

4. The conquest is confirmed and announced in the resurrection. (Acts 2:24)

5. The conquest is extended as the church goes out on its mission. (Acts 26:18)

6. The conquest is consummated at the return of Jesus. (1 Corinthians 15:24-28)

The Cross of Christ, p. 231-239.

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