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False doctrine does more than corrupt what we believe—it can corrupt how we live. From 1 Corinthians 15:29–34, Paul warns believers to wise up, watch out, and wake up to the damaging, defiling, and deadening influence of error. This message examines how our beliefs shape our behaviour and how our associations, friendships, education, and communications can influence our spiritual lives. Believers are challenged to guard against deception, pursue holiness, and remain firmly grounded in biblical truth.

Chapter timestamps: Note: Times are estimated 0:00 Who Is Jesus? A Study of Luke 9 1:59 Jesus' Example of Prayer 5:00 The Crowd's Opinions About Jesus 8:30 "Whom Say Ye That I Am?" 12:00 Peter Confesses the Christ of God 13:29 Old Testament Promises of the Messiah 15:45 How Belief in Christ Shapes Our Lives 20:00 Salvation Through Jesus Alone 21:56 Miracles That Reveal Jesus' Identity 23:33 Salvation by Grace Through Faith 25:10 Why Good Works Cannot Save 27:06 Recognizing the Messiah and Avoiding Deception 29:53 Closing Prayer

What is the lesson of the fig tree in Matthew 24, and what did Jesus mean when He said, "this generation will not pass away until all these things take place"? In Matthew 24:32-35, Jesus teaches His disciples to recognize the signs He has given, remain alert, and trust that every word He has spoken will come to pass. Pastor Casey Lewis continues through the Olivet Discourse from an amillennial, already-and-not-yet perspective. Jesus was speaking to His first-century disciples about events they would witness—including the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple—while also describing the character of this present age and pointing forward to the greater fulfillment still to come at the return of Christ. The lesson of the fig tree is not an invitation to set dates for Christ's return. Just as new leaves show that summer is near, Jesus' words teach His people to recognize the realities that mark this age, stay awake, resist deception, endure hardship, and live ready for His return. Even through persecution, lawlessness, wars, false teaching, and suffering, the Gospel of the Kingdom will continue to advance. This message also examines Jesus' statement that "this generation will not pass away" and His promise that although heaven and earth will pass away, His words will never pass away. Christians can therefore trust every word of Christ, live by faith rather than sight, and remain spiritually ready for the day of His return.

The sermon examines the narrative of Jacob and Esau in Genesis 27 to illustrate the danger of relying on human effort and sensory perception rather than trusting God's sovereign word. It highlights how Isaac, Rebekah, and Jacob all fail by attempting to manipulate divine promises through deception and works, contrasting this with the biblical call to faith alone. The text argues that physical senses are easily deceived, as seen in Isaac's error, whereas true faith comes from hearing and believing God's promises, a principle reinforced by references to Romans 10:17 and Revelation. The preacher warns against the modern tendency to add works to salvation, emphasizing that grace is sufficient and cannot be supplemented by human achievement. Ultimately, the message calls for a reliance on Christ's finished work and a discernment of God's voice amidst a world of increasing deception. Questions 1. Why did God bless Jacob when he lied to his father to get the blessing? 2. If God had already promised that Jacob would receive the blessing, why did Rebekah think she had to help God make it happen? 3. What does the Bible mean when it calls Esau a "profane person"? 4. What is the difference between Esau's birthright and his blessing, and why did they matter so much? 5. Can we miss something God wants to give us because we try to get it our own way instead of waiting on Him? 6. Why did Isaac trust what he could feel, taste, and smell instead of trusting Jacob's voice? 7. Does the Bible teach that our senses and feelings can deceive us? How do we know what is actually true? 8. Why does Jesus repeatedly say, "He that hath an ear, let him hear"?

This sermon emphasizes the imperative to continue in the truths learned from Scripture, using the analogy of blind skiers relying on sighted guides to illustrate how believers depend on God's Word for direction in life. The central message urges Christians to move beyond mere intellectual learning to a state of conviction where the truth holds them, ensuring they remain steadfast amidst persecution and deception. Key theological themes include the inspiration and sufficiency of the Bible for doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness, as well as the necessity of abiding in Christ to bear fruit. The tone is pastoral and instructional, encouraging the congregation to trust in the reliability of God's Word as their primary resource for spiritual growth and daily living. The sermon concludes with a reflection on the Lord's Supper, reminding believers that salvation is begun by faith in Christ's death and carried out by faith in His living presence.

This message examines the biblical warning against deception in the end times, centering on the concept that individuals perish because they refuse to love the truth. The speaker argues that modern culture is increasingly susceptible to lies due to a loss of discernment and a willingness to accept narratives that align with personal desires rather than objective reality. Through examples ranging from sensationalized archaeological claims to political rhetoric and theological liberalism, the message illustrates how falsehoods often borrow authority, vocabulary, and fragments of truth to gain credibility. The core theological argument is that God sends strong delusion to those who have pleasure in unrighteousness, leading them away from salvation. Consequently, believers are called to test all things against Scripture, hold fast to what is good, and maintain a passionate commitment to truth as their primary defense against spiritual deception.https://atheycreek.com/

Doreen Virtue explains how Satan uses counterfeit spiritual experiences and false teaching to draw people away from the true gospel. She addresses the New Age emphasis on feelings, distortions of God's love, and deception concerning sin, judgment, and salvation. Pointing to Christ's sinless life, substitutionary death, and bodily resurrection, she urges listeners to repent, trust in Christ, and test spiritual claims by Scripture. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Dawn Hill examines Vlad Savchuk's "octopus spirit" teaching and the Scriptures used to support it. She explains why passages about thoughts, temptation, and spiritual warfare should be read in context rather than used to establish an unnamed demon. She closes with biblical encouragement to seek counsel, resist isolation, and look to Christ and His Word. For more from Dawn, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/dawn-hill/

This sermon explores the theological foundation of personal evangelism, arguing that effective soul-winning requires a correct understanding of humanity's spiritual condition. It emphasizes that human assessment is often deceptive, citing examples like Cornelius and the publican to show that both the seemingly righteous and the obviously sinful are lost without Christ. The message traces the narrative from God's deliberate creation of man in His image for a personal relationship, through the fall which introduced shame, separation, and death, to the ultimate solution found in the new creation in Christ. By contrasting the disobedience of Adam with the obedience of Jesus, the sermon highlights that salvation is not achieved through religious works or self-effort but through the grace of God, which restores the broken fellowship between the Creator and humanity.