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Sermon on
Guarding Against Deception

 

1. Understanding the Nature of Deception

1.1 Deception is a tool of the enemy John 8:44

1.2 Deception leads to spiritual blindness 2 Corinthians 4:4

1.3 Deception can come in subtle and attractive forms 2 Corinthians 11:14

2. Recognizing the Signs of Deception

2.1 False teachings and doctrines 1 Timothy 4:1

2.2 Manipulative and controlling behaviors 2 Timothy 3:6

2.3 Twisting of Scripture 2 Peter 3:16

3. The Role of the Holy Spirit in Discerning Deception

3.1 The Holy Spirit guides us into all truth John 16:13

3.2 The Holy Spirit convicts us of sin, righteousness, and judgment John 16:8

3.3 The Holy Spirit helps us to discern spiritual matters 1 Corinthians 2:14

4. The Importance of God's Word in Guarding Against Deception

4.1 God's Word is truth John 17:17

4.2 God's Word equips us for every good work 2 Timothy 3:16-17

4.3 Meditating on God's Word keeps us from sin Psalm 119:11

5. The Role of the Church in Guarding Against Deception

5.1 The Church is the pillar and foundation of truth 1 Timothy 3:15

5.2 The Church provides accountability and correction Galatians 6:1

5.3 The Church equips the saints for the work of ministry Ephesians 4:12

6. Personal Responsibility in Guarding Against Deception

6.1 We must be vigilant and sober-minded 1 Peter 5:8

6.2 We must test every spirit 1 John 4:1

6.3 We must put on the full armor of God Ephesians 6:11

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