Posted by Lately, I’ve been particularly curious about “angels and demons.”
I opened my phone to search, and all sorts of articles popped up—
Some described angels as fairies in white dresses playing harps,
Others portrayed demons as terrifying overlords with horns on their heads and pitchforks in their hands.
The more I read, the more confused I got, and the more I wondered, “Is this really what the Bible says?”
I decided: Enough with the articles. I’ll read the book myself.
I pulled out the old Bible my grandmother gave me, brewed a cup of tea, and settled on the sofa to read page by page.
No interpretations from others, no short videos—just the original text.
What I discovered—it wasn’t nearly as complicated as I thought, and the storylines were crystal clear.
First, the Devil: From “Cunning Serpent” to “Cast into the Lake of Fire”
1. The Devil’s First Appearance—Deceiving Eve in Eden
Opening Genesis Chapter 3, the Devil’s first appearance isn’t as a giant monster, but as—a talking serpent.
It didn’t threaten or attack; instead, it “chatted” with Eve:
“Did God really say you mustn’t eat from that tree?”
“You won’t die after eating it. Instead, you’ll become wise like God.”
This wasn’t violence—it was deception.
My notes read: “This guy doesn’t fight; he specializes in psychological warfare.”
2. The Devil’s Daily Work: Wreaking Havoc, Deceiving, Spreading Lies
Reading further, the devil and its “minions” (demons) primarily engage in three activities:
- Causing physical illness (like the demon-possessed woman Jesus healed)
- Tempting people to sin (deceiving Eve, or tempting Jesus in the wilderness)
- Spreading falsehoods and sowing chaos (The Bible directly calls him “the father of lies”—John 8:44)
They are not omnipotent; they fear Jesus.
Whenever Jesus appeared, the demons would cry out: “We know who you are! Leave us alone!”
—Proving they knew deep down: they couldn’t defeat him.
3. Final Outcome: Complete Destruction, No Reversal
Turn to Revelation chapter 20, where the ending is laid out plainly:
Satan is seized by angels and cast into the “lake of fire,” the “second death.”
All demons allied with him are thrown in alongside him.Afterward, “they will be tormented day and night forever and ever.”
Simply put:
Game over. No resurrection. No redemption. No second chance.
The devil and his crew are utterly eradicated, never to harm anyone again.
Reading this passage, I exhaled deeply—the ending is so decisive.
On Angels: Not Fairies, but “God’s Employees”
1. Angels aren’t decorative floaters singing in the sky
Many imagine angels as white-robed, winged harpists—but the Bible paints a completely different picture.
When angels appear, their first words are often:
“Do not be afraid!”
Why? Because their appearance is so awe-inspiring that people tremble at the sight.
(For example, the angel who told Mary she would bear Jesus began with “Do not be afraid.”)
2. The Three Main Duties of Angels
As I read and took notes, I discovered that angels’ work is actually quite “practical”:
✅ Messengers
— Telling Abraham, “You will have a son in your old age”
— Telling Joseph, “Mary’s child is the Son of God”
— Telling the shepherds, “Jesus was born today”
✅ Protecting people (bodyguards)
— When Daniel was thrown into the lions’ den, angels sealed the lions’ mouths
— When Jesus was tempted in the wilderness, angels ministered to Him and cared for Him
✅ Worshippers of God (Cheer Squad + Honor Guard)
— In Revelation, the four living creatures and twenty-four elders cry out day and night: “Holy, holy, holy!”
3. The greatest characteristic of angels: Obedience, never acting on their own initiative
They are neither “freelancers” nor “independent opinion leaders.”
Not a single angel in Scripture says, “I think God’s decision isn’t quite right—I’ll tweak it.”
They do only what God commands, neither more nor less.
4. Angels’ destiny: Continued service, no retirement
At the end of Revelation, angels did not “get promoted” or “change careers.”
They continued:
- Carrying out God’s commands
- Protecting God’s people
- Worshiping and praising in heaven
There is no “end” for them, because their work—will never cease.
The Crucial Point: Who Won? Jesus
The entire Bible is not about “angels vs. demons,” but rather—Jesus vs. the devil.
No matter how cunning the devil is, how skilled at deception, or how vast his forces,
before Jesus, there are only two words: defeat.
- In the wilderness, the devil tempted Jesus three times, but all were repelled
- With a single word from Jesus, demons fled from people
- Jesus’ crucifixion appeared like defeat, but it was actually the complete defeat of Satan’s power
- Jesus’ resurrection proved death and darkness could not hold Him
- Finally, Jesus Himself commanded Satan to be cast into the lake of fire
The sole victor throughout the entire Bible is Jesus.
Angels are His assistants; the devil is His defeated foe.
My Personal Summary (Written on the First Page of My Notebook)
After reading all relevant passages, I summarized three key points for myself in the simplest terms:
📌 Angels = God’s employees
—Delivering messages, protecting people, worshiping God, always obedient, always on duty
📌 Devil = The dismissed traitor
—Deceiving, harming, lying, ultimately purged by Jesus and forever imprisoned in the lake of fire
📌 Jesus = The Ultimate Victor
— Controls everything from start to finish; determines the devil’s fate and assigns the angels’ duties
Why do I recommend you read it yourself?
Not because I’m an expert, but because—
Many online explanations add too much “imagination” and “movie effects.”
The original Bible text is actually very straightforward:
- The devil isn’t an invincible villain; he fears Jesus
- Angels aren’t gentle fairies; they’re “spiritual civil servants” carrying out missions
- The ending isn’t open-ended; it’s clearly written: Good triumphs over evil, light over darkness, and Jesus reigns forever
You don’t need a theology degree or read 100 articles.
All you need is a Bible, a cup of tea, and a quiet evening.
Begin with Genesis chapter 3 and conclude with Revelation chapter 20.
Read it yourself, take your own notes, draw your own conclusions.
You’ll discover: it’s not as mysterious or frightening as you imagined.
It’s simply a story about betrayal, redemption, and victory.
Reading Tips for Beginners
If you want to read it yourself, try this approach:
- Don’t start with Revelation—read Genesis 3 (the serpent deceiving Eve) first, then Matthew 4 (Jesus’ temptation), and finally Revelation 20 (the conclusion)
- When you encounter unfamiliar words, consult a “Bible dictionary” or “annotated edition” directly—don’t rely on short videos.
- Ask yourself three questions as you read:
- Who is this passage about? – What are they doing? – What happens as a result?
- Don’t rush to “decipher symbols”—understand the story itself first, then ponder deeper meanings.
My Real Feelings: Finally, No More Confusion
Before, reading online theories about “angel hierarchies” and “demonic conspiracies” only made me more anxious.
After reading the original Bible text myself, I actually felt relieved.
Why?
Because the storyline is clear:
→ Satan causes chaos
→ Jesus comes to resolve it
→ Satan is defeated
→ Angels continue their service
→ God’s plan is fulfilled
No suspense, no twists, no “what ifs.”
Closing the Bible, I told myself:
“It’s that simple. What was I fretting about before?”
If you’re also curious about angel-devil narratives,
Don’t trust short videos, don’t trust marketing accounts,
Open the Bible and read it from the beginning.
You’ll find, just like me—
After reading, your heart will be at peace.
🌟 Finally, here’s a line for you (written by me):
“The devil’s fate is sealed, the angels’ work continues, Jesus’ victory is eternal—you can rest assured.”
