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"The wiser some
gets, the farther
from the Truth they
tend to stray."

MJ Flack



Scripture:

Matthew 16:5-12
John 3:19
2 Corinthians 11:15
1 Timothy 4:1-5
1 Timothy 6:2-10
2 Peter 2:1-20
1 John 4:1-6
Jude 1:16

Reflections:

We are a generation seeking after their own desires. But is this new? Is this selfish egocentric desire to seek salvation on our terms? Or is this something that even in the times of the Lord was an underlying paradigm of the majority of humanity.

As mentioned in the previous Scripture (What do you say?), there are now so many variations and translations of the Bible that we could easily find one that we could easily find one to support and endorse our personal life style choice. Regardless of how far from the original intent of the Gospel message.

And as we search for the guiding light and understanding we desire,we soon find those who will be Worldly Wise and Spiritually Dead. These are the ones who will tell you not to worry. That a loving God wouldn't really judge you so harshly. That as long as you do good things and treat others as you would be treated, then your going wherever you desire to go.

In some cases these cruel and deceptive toys of Satan will tell you that there really isn't a Heaven. Or that sure Jesus is a great role model. But don't get fooled into thinking he rose from the grave. Like this and many other miracles are just folklore.

We read in Jude 1:4-5 how stealthily False Teachers had crept in amongst the believers. Those that would pervert the Word of God for their own desires. Teaching things that are not of the Gospel. But are worded in such a way as to sway those who are of the weaker faith. Still clinging to the ways of the flesh.

In today's Church the faithful are being stifled and gagged as to speaking the truth. They are told that what was once considered a sin, such as Homosexuality and Lesbianism, are now acceptable. And that to speak against these is to not show the true love God.

The challenge is and has always been, to stand up and speak boldly. To feel comfortable in this World should be some sort of wake up call. We are not called to be a part of this World of darkness And sin. We are called to stand out as beacons pointing towards the truth.

Our life's should be a thorn in the side of those who would speak falsely regarding the Salvation of Jesus our one and only source of Salvation. We should constantly be seeking t know the truth. If this means to openly shine a light on False Prophets and Teachers, then so be it.

It was harsher in Biblical times. Someone who was found out to be a liar and false teacher would be stoned death. Something that was rather extreme but did keep the crazy ones from leading people astray.

How do we test the teachings of those who lead us in scriptural knowledge? Perhaps a basic Spiritual Health check could work. Don't be afraid to ask them the following.

  • Do they believe in the Virgin Birth?
  • Do they believe in the Ordination of Jesus at his Baptism?
  • Do they believe in the miracles performed by Jesus?
  • Do they believe in the Death and physical Resurrection of Jesus?
  • Do they believe in the revelations of Jesus to his followers?
  • Do they believe in the physical ascension of Jesus into Heaven?
  • Do they believe in the promise of life everlasting in a real Heaven?
  • Do they believe in a Judgement to come for all, from a righteous God?

These are tough questions. And sadly they are made all the more contentious by those who have chosen to cling to only those aspects of the Gospel that reflect their own life style choices. We need to be certain that the spiritual food we are receiving is true Godly Manna. And not a human placebo. So don't be surprised if when you ask them, you find yourself the target for insults and ridicule. Especially b y those who have a seditious agenda to promote.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father,

I am tossed about in a sea of confusion.
So many want to cheat me of the truth.
They swear they alone have the answers.
That any who disagree are not to be trusted.

Guard my heart from false teachings.
Challenge my beliefs so that I may not be mislead.
Give me the strength of the Holy Spirit,
So that in all things I may stand firm on your Word.
And hold the truth of Salvation out for all to take hold.

This we pray in the name of our Lord,
Jesus the Christ.


Amen