When did Christ defeat Satan? Well, it was predicted immediately after the fall in the third chapter of the Bible, when it says Christ will “bruise [Him] on the head” (Gen. 3:15). 1 John 3:8, “The Son of God appeared for this purpose, to destroy the works of the devil” (cf. Jn. 12:31). We see this victory ultimately happen through His Passion when our Savior defeated the devil and dealt Him a mortal wound. Hebrews 2:14, “That through death He might render powerless him who had the power of death, that is, the devil.” Colossians 2:15, “When He had disarmed the rulers and authorities, He made a public display of them, having triumphed over them through Him.” And then He, 1 Peter 3:22, ascended to “the right hand of God, having gone into heaven, after angels and authorities and powers had been subjected to Him.” The war is over. The mission is completed. Satan is defeated. And while he still, 1 Peter 5:8, “Prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour,” his ultimate defeat is guaranteed. Romans 16:20, “The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet.” Revelation 20:10, “And the devil who deceived them was thrown into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false prophet are also; and they will be tormented day and night forever and ever.”

Randy Smith

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Vegetables, Dairy		Vegetables	6	Servings

INGREDIENTS

2	lb	ASPARAGUS pencil-thin
8	oz	Shiitake mushrooms
1/4	c	(1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/4	c	Minced shallots
1	tb	Finely chopped parsley
1	tb	Chopped basil
1	dr	Salt to taste
1	ts	Freshly cracked black pepper
5	oz	Parmesan cheese shaved thin

INSTRUCTIONS

Add asparagus to boiling pan of salted water. Simmer until tender, about
1 minute..Drain; pat dry. Meanwhile, remove and discard mushroom stems; Cut
mushrooms into 1/4 inch strips.
Melt butter in large heavy skillet, add shallots; cook over medium heat,
stirring frequently until golden brown. Add asparagus and mushrooms; cook 2
minutes, add herbs, salt and pepper; cook an additional minute.
Transfer asparagus to ovend-proof individual serving platters or gratin or
to a large oven-proof platter, keeping stalks in an even row so they can be
served easily; sprinkle with shiitakes. Top with Parmesan; place platter
under hot broiler until cheese is slightly melted, about 2 minutes. Serve
immediately. from Chef John Shirk, Bella Luna Restaurant, Moreland Hills,
Ohio
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