Who Is Satan?: What Does the Bible Say About the Devil? Satan or the Devil is often portrayed as some guy in a red suit with horns, a pitchfork, and a tail. This cartoon-like caricature is often mocked as being made up. Is this what Satan looks like? Is he real? According to the Barna Group, the majority of Christians do not believe that Satan or the devil actually exists. However, according to an AP-AOL news poll, up to 97% of evangelical Christians believe that angels exist. Contrary to the beliefs of many, Satan is not the opposite of God—an anti-god. According to the Bible, Satan is a created being, having been created by God as His most powerful angelic helper. So, Satan is an angel who rebelled against God. Who is Satan?