The Peril of Ignorance and Deception

Jessie Penn-Lewis emphasizes that ignorance is a primary condition for deception by evil spirits. She states, 'Man's ignorance is a primary and essential condition for deception by evil spirits.' The lack of knowledge among believers about the powers of darkness makes it easier for Satan to deceive them. For instance, Eve's ignorance in the Garden of Eden made her susceptible to the serpent's deception. This idea is further reinforced by the assertion that the Church, by remaining ignorant of Satan's ways, inadvertently sides with him. Modern-day acceptance of supernatural experiences without discernment often leads many believers astray.