What is the practical consequence (or negative fruit) of someone believing Satan dwells in their body, as opposed to just believing that sin dwells in their body and the law of sin and death operates within them?
I agree that there isn't clear Biblical evidence that Satan HIMSELF lives in our body. And those who believe it likely do so because it affords some "symmetry" or something. But if the practical effect of believing this is no different than just believing that sin dwells in our body, then what's the fuss? If it offers people a visual which inspires a desperation for Christ, why not let it be (so long as it doesn't have an unintended consequence - which is why I'm asking the question)?
To be sure, in the context of Lee, its important to point out an errant teaching - but not for the purpose of pointing out the teaching itself is wrong - but rather to show that Lee was not infallible.
That said, since (I think) we would all agree that sin dwells within us and that we were born children of the devil (John 3:10), I don't know that it makes a huge difference whether its Satan himself or just sin which indwells us - either one is profoundly terrifying.
Thoughts?
Peter
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