Hate is something that believers would not normally like to be associated with. Yet when it comes to Satan, one has no alternative. To get a good idea of who Satan is, one need not look further than the story of Job.

Once greatly blessed by God, Satan was none too happy. The moment came when he confronted God, saying, “Have you not put a hedge around him and his household and everything he has? You have blessed the work of his hands, so that his flocks and herds are spread throughout the land.” — Job 1:10. Not pleased, he pressed further, “But now stretch out your hand and strike everything he has, and he will surely curse you to your face.” — Job 1:11.

The moment God gave him an opening, he did what he does best. After bringing ruin to his property Job lost all his children. “While he was still speaking, yet another messenger came and said, ‘Your sons and daughters were feasting and drinking wine at the oldest brother’s house, when suddenly a mighty wind swept in from the desert and struck the four corners of the house. It collapsed on them and they are dead, and I am the only one who has escaped to tell you!’” — Job 1:18–19. He then went after his health. “So Satan went out from the presence of the Lord and afflicted Job with painful sores from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head.” — Job 2:7

And that is precisely who Satan is, true colors. The Lord aptly describes him: “He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” — John 8:44.

Of course, because he knows no one would welcome such a hate-filled fellow, he often presents himself as an angel of light. “And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.” — 2 Cor 11:14. But inwardly, he is seething, waiting for his latest victim to maul to pieces.

Believers, always keep as far away from Satan as you can. There is no good in him, only pure malice and evil. All these people you see who are acting on his behalf with tales of a majestic life-changing favor from him—or sudden wealth—are masking a terrible plan of pain and evil, which is what Satan is ultimately all about. You are best advised to keep as far way as you can!