Does Satan encourage atheism?
So, after reading some last night a question occurred to me. Does Satan encourage atheism - the doctrine or belief that there is no God?
I understand that Satan would not want you to believe in God, but if you do not believe in God, then likewise wouldn't you also have to put aside any belief in Satan? Some people may argue that Satan would leverage atheism to keep you from following God, but what if that's not really even Satan's motivation? Does he just want to keep us from God, or does he want to be like God and have us follow after him instead? In that case, wouldn't atheism work against him? If the devil just gets his kick out of seeing you not believe, then atheism could certainly help him accomplish what he wants, but then what is in it for Satan?
So, your thoughts...
