I agree with Quix on this. There is going to be some sort of religious system set up
May I ask you for more details? I don’t disagree with what you have said, but am curious as to your reasoning.
Satan is the father of lies, we are told. It would seem to me that unbelief would be more to his advantage. Believing in something - no matter what - would possibly open the hearts of the people to the truth.
Who was it who said “Satan’s biggest victory was convincing people he did not exist.” The quote I remember, but can never work out where it is from - C S Lewis maybe?
It’s really hard to convince someone that there is nothing. I think it’s too big a sell job. People are essentially wired to believe in something.
So even though there is the risk that mixing in a little truth will open their eyes to more truth, it’s easier to sell than an outright lie.
Besides, if you can mix in a little truth with the lie, then people can feel good about themselves and that is going to keep them from seeing their need for Christ. As long as people can be convinced that they are doing something towards their acquiring their own salvation, they will never give it up. It’s only when you reach the end of your self that you see your need for Christ.
Did you ever read C.S.Lewis’ The Screwtape Letters?
Some of the questions you have could be answered with what he writes.
CS Lewis says that, although I don't know if it's a quote of his or not. See previous post......