September 28, 2025

Deceiving the Very Elect – Why True Believers Cannot Be Deceived in the Last Days

26 minutes

False teachers claim the Body of Christ can be deceived during the tribulation and even suggest the rapture itself is a deception. Scott Mitchell examines these assertions against Scripture, showing that God’s elect—sealed and preserved in Christ—cannot be deceived unto damnation.

This study underscores the believer’s security and the need to mature in sound doctrine rather than chase sensational theories.

Key Scriptures

All verses are from the King James Bible.

Matthew 24:21–27 – False Christs and prophets will show great signs and wonders, yet “if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.”

Mark 13:22 – Echoes Christ’s assurance that deception of the elect is not possible.

2 Thessalonians 2:8–12 – God sends strong delusion to those who reject the truth, not to His elect.

Luke 18:6–8 – A reminder that the Lord will avenge His elect, not deceive them.

Ephesians 1:4–6, 1:13–14; 4:30 – Believers are chosen before the foundation of the world and sealed with the Holy Spirit until the day of redemption.

Colossians 3:12–13 – The elect are holy and beloved, called to live in Christlike love and forgiveness.

Romans 8:31–39 – Nothing can separate us from the love of Christ.

1 Peter 1:3–5 – The saved are kept by God’s power through faith.

Jude 1:1 – Believers are sanctified and preserved in Jesus Christ.

John 10:1–5, 25–30 – Jesus’ sheep know His voice and will never perish.

1 Timothy 4:1–5 – A warning about seducing spirits and doctrines of devils in the latter times.

Ephesians 4:14–15 – Encouragement to grow in maturity and avoid being swayed by every new doctrine.

Key Points

False Claims Exposed – Scripture refutes the idea that end-time events could deceive true believers.

Sealed and Secure – Those in Christ are chosen, sealed, and kept by God’s power; they cannot lose salvation.

Call to Maturity – Grow in discernment and remain grounded in the Word to withstand false teachings.

Rightly Divide the Word – Understand the difference between God’s plan for Israel and His plan for the church.

Takeaway

The Bible makes it clear that deceiving the very elect is impossible. Stand firm in Christ, remain rooted in Scripture, and trust God’s promise of eternal security.

Read the Companion Blog: Deceiving the Very Elect – Can the Body of Christ Be Deceived? https://www.biblemysteriespodcast.com/post/deceiving-the-very-elect-can-the-body-of-christ-be-deceived

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