1 John-(4:1) -  Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets have gone out into the world.

Author: Evangelist Sushanth Daniel

The importance of discernment and reliance on God’s Word in navigating deception. It acknowledges the spread of the gospel and the hope it brings but also warns of the presence of false prophets promoting deceitful doctrines. It raises the question of whether complaining alone is enough to address the conflicts arising from these deceptive teachings.

Complaining rarely sparks lasting transformation. As believers, we are called to discern and combat falsehood with unwavering truth, rather than point fingers. While we can voice concerns to church elders, our vulnerability lies in blindly following, like sheep lacking a deep understanding of God’s Word.

In times of confusion, let us remember Jesus’ anger at the commercialization of faith. Prioritize genuine worship over ritualistic displays, emphasizing substance over form (Matthew 21:12-13).

A false prophet distorting teachings and rituals, urging followers to use wine for Communion without understanding its true significance. Many are led astray, even those who haven’t embraced salvation. The focus seems to be more on wine consumption than the profound meaning of Communion.

Another example pertains to a prophet promoting a ritual where they lay hands on specific fruits believed to possess healing powers. These strange acts perpetuated by false prophets reflect their worldly desires rather than spiritual truths.

Our response should not be to expose them through human means but to heed God’s warnings and tread cautiously, recognizing the deceptive nature of their actions and teachings. The power of God’s Word remains crucial in guiding us through such challenges.

 Embrace its transformative power, seek guidance from knowledgeable believers, and rely on God’s discernment to distinguish truth from deceit. Let us remain anchored in the unchanging Word as a shield against falsehood and be a steadfast source of light amidst a world of misleading teachings.

Prayer: Our Heavenly Father, grant us discernment to recognize truth and avoid deception. Keep us from misplaced trust and distorted teachings. Guide us through deception with Your light.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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