Many people ask, “If God is all-powerful, why does evil exist?” “Didn’t God create only good angels?” These are profound questions that touch on the mystery of God’s divine plan. According to Scripture and the revelations given through God’s anointed prophets, disciples, and messengers, God did indeed create only good angels. However, the full story of how the devil came to exist is more complex—and much of it remains a mystery known only to God.
The Bible reveals how the world was created, but the creation of heaven and the angels is not fully explained. That part of God’s work is hidden from human understanding. As believers, our focus should be on salvation, not on unraveling every mystery of the divine realm.
Still, glimpses of the devil’s origin are found in the books of Isaiah and Psalms. Satan was once known as Lucifer, the most beautiful and radiant cherub created by God. He was designed to serve a unique purpose: to shield the other angels from being consumed by the overwhelming power of God’s presence. Lucifer was the “morning star,” dazzling in beauty and brilliance.
But then, a mysterious shift occurred—pride crept into Lucifer’s heart. Once exalted above countless angels and entrusted with divine authority, he began to see himself as equal to God. His beauty, brilliance, and ability to endure the fiery presence of the Almighty led him to a dangerous conclusion: perhaps he was divine too.
In the depths of his heart, Lucifer declared:
“I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God. I will sit enthroned on the mount of assembly, on the heights of Mount Zaphon. I will climb above the clouds and make myself like the Most High.”
Lucifer’s pride led him to deceive. He spread lies among the angels, accusing God of being a tyrant who denied them true freedom. He promised a better rule, one where he would be in charge. Tragically, one-third of the angels believed him and joined his rebellion.
This led to a great war in heaven. Lucifer, once the brightest of God’s creations, was cast down and renamed: Satan, the devil, the prince of darkness and deception, the ancient serpent. His fall was not just a punishment, it was a transformation from light to darkness, from truth to lies.
In the end, while the full details of heaven’s creation remain hidden, the story of Lucifer’s fall reminds us of the danger of pride and the importance of remaining faithful to God. The mystery of evil’s existence is not ours to fully understand—but our salvation is.
(Isaiah 14:12-16)
