Jesus came:
To destroy the devil’s works
1 John 3:8 (KJV)
He that committeth sin is of the devil;
for the devil sinneth from the beginning.
For this purpose the Son of God was manifested,
that he might destroy the works of the devil.
Here is a list of Bible verses that support the main point “Jesus came to destroy the devil’s works”:
- 1 John 3:8 — The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the works of the devil. This verse is most direct and central to this message. It sta that.tes Jesus came specifically to destroy the devil’s works and associates the devil’s works with sin and lawlessness.
- John 10:10 — The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” This verse contrasts the destructive work of the devil with the life-giving mission of Jesus.
- John 8:44 — Jesus describes the devil as a murderer and liar from the beginning, highlighting some of the devil’s destructive works (lying, murder).
- 2 Corinthians 2:14 — Speaks of Christ’s victory and the defeat of the enemy’s power.
- Hebrews 2:7-8, Matthew 10:8, Ephesians 6:11-12 — These passages relate to Jesus’ authority over demons and spiritual forces, affirming His power to destroy the works of the devil.
- Luke 11 (especially the strong man analogy) — Jesus portrays Himself as the strong one coming to overpower the devil and set captives free.
- Revelation 12:7-12 and 20:1-3 — Describe Christ’s ultimate victory over Satan and his defeat.
- Isaiah 53 and Hebrews 9:26 — Jesus’ sacrificial death and resurrection that disarmed the devil.
In summary, 1 John 3:8 is the clearest summary verse stating Jesus’ purpose to destroy the devil’s works, complemented by many other scriptures showing how Jesus accomplishes this by destroying sin, defeating Satan, and setting captives free. These verses collectively affirm the biblical teaching that Jesus came specifically to undo the devil’s destructive impact on humanity and the world.
Here are the key Bible verses quoted from the King James Version (KJV) that support the point “Jesus came to destroy the devil’s works”:
- 1 John 3:8
“He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.” - John 10:10
“The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” - John 8:44
“Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it.” - 2 Corinthians 2:14
“Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.” - Hebrews 2:7-8
“Thou madest him a little lower than the angels; thou crownedst him with glory and honour, and didst set him over the works of thy hands: Thou hast put all things in subjection under his feet.” - Ephesians 6:11-12
“Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” - Luke 11:21-22
“When a strong man armed keepeth his palace, his goods are in peace: But when a stronger than he shall come upon him, and overcome him, he taketh from him all his armour wherein he trusted, and divideth his spoils.” - Revelation 12:7-9
“And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels, And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven. And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, call the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.” - Revelation 20:1-3
“And I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. And he laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the Devil, and Satan, and bound him a thousand years.” - Isaiah 53:4-5
Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
These verses together clearly show Jesus’ mission to destroy the devil’s works and defeat his power over humanity. Let me know if you want more verses or a deeper study!