The term "Children of the Wicked One" is a biblical designation that refers to individuals who are aligned with evil and opposition to God's purposes. This title is primarily derived from the teachings of Jesus Christ, particularly in the parable of the weeds, as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew.

In Matthew 13:38 , Jesus explains the parable of the weeds, saying, "The field is the world, and the good seed represents the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the sons of the evil one." Here, the "sons of the evil one" are synonymous with the "Children of the Wicked One," indicating those who are under the influence or control of Satan, the adversary of God.

The concept of being a "child" of someone or something in biblical terms often implies a deep association or likeness. Thus, the "Children of the Wicked One" are those who reflect the character and actions of the devil, who is described in Scripture as the father of lies and a murderer from the beginning (John 8:44). These individuals are characterized by their rejection of God's truth and their participation in deeds of darkness.

The Apostle John further elaborates on this theme in his epistles. In 1 John 3:10 , he writes, "By this the children of God and the children of the devil are distinguished: Anyone who does not practice righteousness is not of God, nor is anyone who does not love his brother." This passage underscores the moral and ethical distinctions between the children of God and the children of the devil, with the latter group being identified by their lack of righteousness and love.

The "Children of the Wicked One" are often contrasted with the "children of God," who are those who have accepted the message of the Gospel and live in accordance with God's will. This dichotomy is a recurring theme throughout the New Testament, emphasizing the spiritual battle between good and evil, light and darkness.

In the broader biblical narrative, the "Children of the Wicked One" are seen as part of the opposition to God's redemptive plan. They are often associated with false teachings, persecution of the righteous, and the spread of moral corruption. The ultimate fate of the "Children of the Wicked One" is one of judgment and separation from God, as depicted in various eschatological passages.

The title serves as a sobering reminder of the reality of spiritual warfare and the importance of aligning oneself with the truth and righteousness of God. It calls believers to discernment and vigilance in their spiritual walk, ensuring that they are not swayed by the deceit and allure of the wicked one.Matthew 13:38
The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one;
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As in a Race Saw I the Disputers, the Children of Strife, [Trying] ...
... Reed for reed does the wicked one exchange against our ... colours, [553] wherewith they
clothed Him, titles has he ... With diversity of names he clothed Him; either ...
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The Doctrine of Satan.
... Matt.13:19, 39""Then cometh the wicked one . . . . ... "We may judge of the nature and
character of the evil one by the names and titles ascribed to him.". ...
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The Beloved Pastor's Plea for Unity
... them by endearing names, by the highest titles which they ... Luke, and John, by their
right names, but must ... even as others, and children of the wicked one; but by ...
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"My Little Children, These Things Write I unto You, that Ye Sin ...
... Call God what you will, name all his names, styles, and titles, spell all the ... Then
sin not, for "he will not acquit the wicked nor hold them guiltless ...
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Antichrist in the Psalms
... and the Revenger," are two of the many names of the ... of the Destroyer." This is another
of his titles which points ... my God, out of the hand of the Wicked, out of ...
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Antichrist.
... have invented so many places, offices, names, titles, orders, vows ... are too good even
for his children to have ... the ground, so now must this wicked one come down ...
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"In the Volume of the Book it is Written of Me" (Heb. . .
... which is also one of the many titles of the ... nations." Now "Shinar" is one of the
names of Babylon ... off his religious mask and displayed his wicked heart: "Then ...
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They Shall be Called the Children of God
... Positively: They have titles of honour ... The wicked have them by providence; the saints
by promise ... He blesses them in their souls, bodies, names, estate, posterity ...
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Epistles to the Seven Churches.
... The doctrines which this wicked woman taught appear to be ... on the earth shall wonder,
whose names were not ... mention of the Saviour by those titles, which are ...
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On the Great Athanasius, Bishop of Alexandria.
... this mighty city, thus connecting their names, no longer ... godliness, this precursor
of the wicked one, such satisfaction ... 3375] Hospitable, etc., titles given to ...
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