Tag: Deception

  • The Trouble with Controversies

    The trouble with conspiracies is that they lead to quarreling and dissension. They are of no value to Christians and should be avoided at all cost, as too should those who promote such contentions.

  • Liars in the Church

    The modern church is in turmoil. There are liars in the church subverting the truth of the gospel for many years. Learn how to seek the truth.

  • Deception of Empty Words

    The Apostle Paul was concerned for the Ephesian church that false teachers would come among them speaking many flowery things, but whose words would be empty of any truth. It is even more of an issue today than it was in the days of Paul.

  • Where is the Truth?

    (Ephesians 4:20-21) In a world that is intent on shifting blame, covering up, hiding and denying what is right, it becomes more and more difficult to find the truth. Too often the media are biased on important issues and report only what they, their managers, sponsors or owners want to hear and they leave out…

  • Sons, not Slaves

    (Romans 8:14-17) There is a sharp distinction between our life in Jesus Christ and living in this world. There are two sets of opposing powers at work that significantly affect and impact every person on this planet. On the one hand there is the spirit of this world. This world today is ruled by the…

  • Heart Of The Matter

    (Romans 2:25-29) Circumcision was the sign given to Abraham as an outward recognition of the faith that he had in the promises that God had given to him. It was a sign that sealed the covenant of faith between God, Abraham and his descendants. But what is important to note in this is that it…

  • How to Find the Truth

    (Acts 17:10-15) Paul and Silas had just escaped from Thessalonica and travelled to the town and region of Berea. As was their habit, they continued to preach and teach the word of God to those who came and were prepared to listen, both Jews and Gentiles. One of the things we see in their approach…

  • Jesus is Taken to Pilate

    (John 18:28-32) After being “interviewed” by the chief priest and officers of the Jews, Jesus was taken to Pilate. This was all part of the Plan of God and the fulfilment of prophecy where He said he would be delivered up to the Gentiles and would be shamefully treated by them. The way the Jews…

  • Jesus is Brought Before Pilate

    (Luke 23:1-5) The trial of Jesus before Pilate was a farce. It shows how badly an event can go when the rulers give sway to the desires of liars rather than listening to the truth of a matter. And there is no doubt that Pilate saw the truth of this matter as it is clear…

  • Contract of Betrayal

    (Luke 22:1-6) The scribes and Pharisees were seeking an opportunity to condemn Jesus and put him to death, but they found none. They wanted to arrest him but were unable as they could not lay hands on him for fear of the people. They were afraid that during the days as Jesus preached in the…