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When believers discuss hell, some mistakenly think of Satan as its ruler. However, Scripture paints a very different picture. In Matthew 10:28, Jesus says, “Do not fear those who kill the body but are unable to kill the soul; but rather fear Him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.” Here, Jesus does not name who’s in charge, but the context makes it clear: this is not Satan. It is God.
God, not Satan, is the sovereign ruler. Satan is not its king; he is its prisoner. Revelation 20:10 confirms that Satan, along with the beast and the false prophet, will be cast into the lake of fire. This lake of fire, prepared for Satan and his fallen angels, was created by God.
Jesus’ warning to fear God is serious. While people can harm our bodies, only God has the power to determine the eternal fate of our souls. He will judge all, including Satan, demons, and sinners who reject Christ.
The message is clear: fear God, the righteous Judge. Physical harm is temporary, but the eternal destiny of your soul is what matters most. Through Jesus, God offers salvation, but rejecting Him leads to judgment in hell.
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