Are Satanists evil?

[thecolorsblend]

In what way are they evil?

I assume Zachary King is telling the truth with his story of how he left satanism for Catholicism.

 

[jimmyjimmy]

If so, how and why is it different to followers of any other religion we believe to be false? Could it be because we believe Satan exists?

My instinct is to say that Satanists are evil, but I'm not sure that's actually consistent with my view, or it might even be hypocritical.

And if we do decide they're evil, what does that mean in practise? Avoid Media Produced by them even if their beliefs aren't the subject matter?

Just some musings of mine that I'd be interested to hear other people's opinion on.

All of mankind is evil. If we start to look outward to find "bad" people, we miss the point that we are evil.

 

[Dave-W]

Anyway, I was under the impression that Christianity says humans are all made in the image of God and therefore can't be evil. My understanding was always that we can do evil things, but we aren't evil beings.

Incorrect.

We were (past tense) made in God's image - that is true. But due to the fall, that image became marred and we are now inherently evil.

 

[Dave-W]

why is it different to followers of any other religion we believe to be false?

In one sense it is no different. The bible is clear - those who serve alien "gods" are actually worshiping demons. Rev 9.20 clearly ties the two together.

 

[Reeniee]

Thanks for the responses. To clarify by "Satanists" I meant people who believe in and worship Satan, not atheists, sorry for any confusion.

 

[Nithavela]

Most satanists are actually atheists who want to be egdy and/or who believe that magic exists (somehow).

Those people who really believe that satan is real and who want to serve satan are.. a bit more iffy and can be dangerous. But they propably have those tendencies regardless of their religion.

Are there evil satanists? Of course there are, for one value of evil or another. But all of them, just by virtue of their religion? Nah.

 

[GoldenBoy89]

Aren't we all?

 

[GoldenBoy89]

If they don't believe Satan exists, though, how would your belief make them evil?

Anyway, I was under the impression that Christianity says humans are all made in the image of God and therefore can't be evil. My understanding was always that we can do evil things, but we aren't evil beings.

It was my understanding that none of us are "good" and therefor need a savior. Some of us commit evil acts but all of us are damned from git go. Not sure how someone embracing their evil nature would be any more evil than someone denying theirs.

 

[Cearbhall]

Incorrect.

We were (past tense) made in God's image - that is true. But due to the fall, that image became marred and we are now inherently evil.

Oh, right. But baptism undoes that, I thought?

 

[Dave-W]

Oh, right. But baptism undoes that, I thought?

Not baptism per se, but the regeneration from the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

 

[durangodawood]

Newbie question:

Whats the best biblical evidence for Satan being evil?

 

[GoldenBoy89]

Newbie question:

Whats the best biblical evidence for Satan being evil?

Every hero needs a villain to fight.

 

[Gadarene]

Okay, that's immensely reasonable as written.

What else? "Worshipping Satan" comes to mind.

Haha, I did consider that. Yes, I'm sure there are some Satanists who literally are devil-worshippers.

But isn't that still the same thing? Isn't that still an act designed to provoke God and the faithful?

 

[Gadarene]

Some people are able to think logically and can laugh when certain people react irrationally.

I'd hardly say I'm being logical. I'm being cheeky, but honestly it does tickle me when Christians fall for such an obvious trolling attempt. Erm, on the part of the Satanists I mean.

Like....seriously guys, they're just doing it to wind you up. Ignore them and they will get bored.

Don't feed the trolls.
Don't touch the poop.
Don't take the bait.
&c.

 

[Kylie]

I assume Zachary King is telling the truth with his story of how he left satanism for Catholicism.

I have better things to do than sit and watch a full 95 minutes of this to find the bit you are talking about. Either tell em what time I should be watching from or summarize for me.

 

[Kylie]

In one sense it is no different. The bible is clear - those who serve alien "gods" are actually worshiping demons. Rev 9.20 clearly ties the two together.

The Word of the Invisible Pink Unicorn is clear - those who worship other deities are not worshipping the one True Goddess.

See how easy it is? You don't believe me, so why should I believe you?

 

[Subduction Zone]

I have better things to do than sit and watch a full 95 minutes of this to find the bit you are talking about. Either tell em what time I should be watching from or summarize for me.

It looks like he is a fraud and colors blend got fooled by him:

The Satan-selling con-men are boring. Their Satan-buying audience is fascinating. - slacktivist

 

[thecolorsblend]

I have better things to do than sit and watch a full 95 minutes of this to find the bit you are talking about. Either tell em what time I should be watching from or summarize for me.

That's okay, I have faith that you'll find the time to watch the video.

 

[Archie the Preacher]

Haha, I did consider that. Yes, I'm sure there are some Satanists who literally are devil-worshippers.

But isn't that still the same thing? Isn't that still an act designed to provoke God and the faithful?

Perhaps, but not without alternative. Some might worship Satan thinking Satan has the winning side. Or, in the case of the ancient - perhaps extant - worshippers of Astarte, or whatever name one wishes for the ancient Middle Eastern fertility goddess, the worship function is preferable. (Ahem!)

On the other hand, I can say I worship the Triune God for His Love and Goodness to me, not to irritate anyone else. Which is why that isn't the first idea that pops into my alleged mind about others.

Obviously I've lived a sheltered life.

 

[Subduction Zone]

That's okay, I have faith that you'll find the time to watch the video.

One question:

Why should she? It is fairly obvious that he is a fraud if one looks into his past and his claims. Believing someone because one want to is never a wise move to make.