I know that this is probably a silly question. But HOW did the devil (Lucifer) get so much power? I mean he is only an angel right? He should have no more power then Gabriel or Michael. So then why does he get to cause so much destruction and devestation here on earth? Also, why does God allow his behavior yet does not allow other angels to intercede for his saints? How did Lucifer get so much power in the first place. He is not equal in any way to God, so why is he so special that he gets special powers and can take people to hell and have power over demons and such?
Sorry if this is a religion 101 question, but I just can not figure it out.