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THE LAST DAYS - 2

TEXT: 1 Timothy 4:1.

“Now the Spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons.”

One major warning from the Spirit of God concerning these last days is the danger of deception.

While speaking in Gospel of Matthew 24 about the signs of the end of the age, Jesus said, “Take heed that no one deceives you. *For many will come in My name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many.”* (Matthew 24:4–5).

It should not surprise you that there are many false prophets and teachers in these last days, they are simply fulfilling prophecy.

However, what you must guard against is becoming one of the many who are deceived.

One major tool of deception is false teachings. The Word of God describes such teachings as doctrines of demons (1 Timothy 4:1).

Beloved, beware. The devil is not trying to deceive those who already belong to him,  they are already captured. His target is God’s children. And one of his quickest strategies is to misuse the Word of God itself.

When Satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness, he quoted Scriptures to Him. If he attempted to use the Word against the Author of the Word Himself, then you must remain vigilant.

In these last days, many preachers of eloquent but empty messages have gathered crowds to themselves. See to it that you are not taken captive by their craftiness.

The second Epistle of Paul to the Thessalonians 2:9–10 captures this clearly:
"The coming of the lawless one will be accompanied by the power of Satan. He will use every kind of power, including miraculous signs, lying wonders,  and every type of evil to deceive those who are dying, those who refused to love the truth that would save them.

It is clear that the only safeguard against these miracle-performing, lying and deceptive teachers is to love the truth of God’s Word.

First Epistle of Peter 2:2 instructs us to desire the sincere milk of the Word, that we may grow thereby.
You will ultimately receive what you desire. If you hunger and thirst for truth, God will satisfy your heart desires and deliver you from the corruption of this age.

 *BIBLE READING:* 

1 Timothy 4:1–6.

 *PRAYER FOCUS* 

Father, in a world filled with deception and compromise, open my spiritual eyes and sharpen my discernment. Help me to hear Your Spirit clearly and obey promptly, in Jesus name. 

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