David Rose
Ministries
Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others - Philippians 2:4
CELEBRATING ELEVEN YEARS OF MINISTRY 2015-2026
FRONT PAGE ARTICLE
Who in the Devil?
by David G. Rose
When I was a child, I sang in the Sunday School Booster Band in church. One of my favorite songs was about the devil, or Satan, or Beelzebub. I know that sounds creepy for a church-boy, but here are the words:
The devil is a sly old fox, If I could catch him I'd put him in a box.
Lock that box and throw away the key, for all the mean tricks he's played on me.
That children’s song does not tell all the truth about this wicked foe. His job description is briefly presented in the words of Jesus in John 10:10 NKJV, “The thief (Satan) does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy.” There is no good in him. He cares not how sweet you are or how bold you are. Every human will be attacked by Satan, and all must prepare for battle.
Many people describe the devil as a being with horns on his head and a pitchfork in his hand. They often say that he lives in Hell and is busy heaping fiery coals on the heads of the poor souls doomed to perdition. But this is far from the truth. Do not believe those lies.
Satan is not bound in Hell (yet) but is freely moving about. The Apostle Paul called Satan the “Prince of the Air” (Ephesians 2:2). And we know from Job 1:7, that the Devil walks up and down in the earth. The Apostle Peter said in 1 Peter 5:8 KJV that “your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about seeking whom he may devour.”
In Genesis the devil appeared as a cunning serpent (Genesis 3). But Paul reveals in 2 Corinthians 11:14 that Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light! We know that Satan knows enough of the Bible to argue with Jesus in Matthew 4. He is so narcissistic that he thought he could pervert the Word of God and trick the Son of God. Failed!
It is necessary for every Believer to understand how Satan attacks Believers. One of his most insidious methods is described in Revelation 12:10 as the accuser of the brethren. Satan accuses Believers before God of serving Him for personal advantage. This is discussed in detail in Job 1:6-11. Another tactic is to overwhelm Believers with his cunning, wisdom, and power. He is ever alert to trap Believers in their sin and to drag them away from their hope in Christ.
Satan has fought God’s people since the times of the Garden of Eden. Though he knows he has been defeated at the Cross (Colossians 2:14-15), he continues to flail against righteousness until he is finally bound with chains and cast into the bottomless pit (Revelation 20).
Satan is unfair. He attacks your weaknesses and your strengths. Your only hope is in Christ. As the Apostle John wrote in 1 John 3:8 ESV, “The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the works of the devil.” Draw nearer to Jesus and He will surround you with His love and unbeatable strength.
Next week: Is there a God?
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Current/recent affiliations include:
DRM - David Rose Ministries
AG - Assemblies of God
FBAS - Board member of the Fort Bend
Archaeological Society
FBCHC - FT. Bend County Historical Commission
FBH - Fort Bend Herald newspaper articles
XP - Xulon Press: GOD & TEXAS (Author)
FBHA - Fort Bend History Association
JPT - Jerusalem Prayer Team
JPN - JUMAA Prayer Network (Reaching Muslims)
PRST - Pastors' Resource Support Team
MCA - Morton Cemetery Association
TFS - Texas Folklore Society
Therefore, comfort each other and edify one another.
1 Thessalonians 5:11
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Saturday Devotional
October 3, 2026
Grow
SCRIPTURE
& PRAYER
Philippians 2:9-11 ESV - Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
2 Peter 3:18 - But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.
Prayer: Dear Lord, the scripture today reminds me that my knowledge of Christ is essential if I am to grow in grace. It is my responsibility to read and study the scriptures, and to meditate on the precepts found therein. Then I must pray over this accumulated knowledge in order to know Christ better and to grasp His purposes in my life. In the Name of Jesus I pray.
Our Responsibilities
As Believers
A Brief Study regarding the expectations
that Jesus has for His Believers
as found in John 17
Summation of Series
by David G. Rose
We conclude our series of articles based in John 17 discussing our responsibilities as Believers. Along with the awesome privileges we have, there are at least 7 critical obligations that we must embrace so we can fulfill the callings of Christ.
1. Understand the revelation of His Name: Jesus - Verse 6
2. Understand the responsibility we have with the Word of God - Verse 8
3. Understand that we live to glorify Christ - Verses 9-10
4. Understand that we must live as separated ones - Verses 14-17
5. Understand that we are sent ones - Verse 18
6. Understand that we must live as brethren - Verses 21-23
7. Understand that we will one day be eternal companions of Jesus - Verse 24
As Believers, may we embrace our responsibilities whit cheer, and determination. The rewards of glory will be worth it all.
Next week: New Series - Studies of selected passages in 1 Corinthians
All-day Praise!
Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep
for words.
Romans 8:26 ESV
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GUEST ARTICLE
Guest Columnist: Rev. Tom Miller is ordained with the Assemblies of God, husband to Rhonda (15 grandkids). Tom currently does interim work & fills pulpits in Wisconsin.
A Bad Formula
by Rev. Tom Milller
There is something in us that wants desperately to earn our own way to heaven. But it’s a bad formula. It’s a stubborn pride, a self-righteousness, and a futile effort.
In Romans 10:3, Paul describes the Jews trying to work their way to God; “For they being ignorant of God's righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God.”
That’s three uses of the word ‘righteousness’ in one verse,
and that’s a bad formula. Sadly, it’s way too familiar to us.
a. We are ignorant of God's righteousness.
b. We are trying to establish our own righteousness.
c. We are not submitting to the righteousness of God.
The reality is we are all sinners. But we can attain righteousness, though not through our own efforts.
In verse 4 Paul marries the concepts of Christ fulfilling the law and then becoming our righteousness by faith. “For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone that believeth.” (Romans 10:4). Christ is the end of the law. He fulfilled it. You cannot be good enough. It’s a righteousness that can only be attained by faith.
Adam and Eve sinned and it permeated our being. We can never unsee what we’ve seen. We cannot undo what we’ve done. We will never be innocent again, but we can put on righteousness by faith in Jesus Christ. That’s the only way we can be saved.
It’s the pillar of our faith and it is confirmed by common sense. Mankind has lost its innocence. But we can be righteous by faith in Jesus Christ.
“If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.” (Romans 10:9)
We will never be innocent. But we can be righteous by believing in Jesus Christ. Oh sinner, hear me ... we need Jesus.
Steps to
Finding
New Life
in Christ
If you desire to make Christ the Lord over your life, here are six important steps to take right now:
1. Admit that you have sinned against God- Romans 3:23
2. Understand that Jesus died for your sins and offers cleansing and salvation - Romans 5:8
3. Remember that if you continue to ignore the call of Christ, you will spend eternity separated from God - Romans 6:23
4. Place your faith in Christ. He will save you and provide a life of blessing - Romans 8:1
5. Confess your sins to Christ and repent for your works against God - Romans 10:9-10
6. Invite Jesus to be the Lord and Master of your life - Romans 10:13
Pray this prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner and need your forgiveness. I believe that only you can forgive sins. I ask you to come into my heart, forgive my sins, and be the ruler of my life. Thank you for saving me from my sins. Thank you for the love that you show me everyday. I now know that eternal life is a gift given from you. I pray and ask that you be the Lord of my life, lead me, guide me and
direct my path that I may walk each and every day with you. In the wonderful name of Jesus I pray. Amen.
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