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Reinforcing Our Faith Jude 1:20-23 Though we’ve considered some ways to identify false teachers, it’s not possible to avoid this destructive influence completely. The best defense is a foundation of faith that enables us to stand firm against the subversive pull of the world. So how can we build a stronger faith?... First, we must saturate our mind with the Word of God. Then the Holy Spirit will bring new insights and help us mature. Second, it is wise to do as Ephesians 6:18 urges: Pray at all times in the Spirit. The Holy Spirit understands exactly what truth we’ll need and when, so continually turning to Him for guidance leads to our protection. Third, we must abide in the love of God. Of course, believers cannot fall beyond the scope of God’s love, but we shouldn’t take His amazing grace for granted. With that in mind, guard your intimacy with Him and the time you spend in His presence. Fourth, eagerly await the return of Jesus Christ. The thought that He could return at any moment helps us maintain an eternal perspective (1 John 3:2-3). Though there is no magic formula for strengthening our faith, the steps laid out in today’s passage will guide us toward God and away from the snares of the world. Dr. Charles Stanley

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If you are interested in joining the Soul Care study/training, we will be starting at 6:30 P.M. tonight.

Living Amidst False Teachers Jude 1:17-19 Unsound teaching can be a danger in our Christian walk. Let’s learn to spot those who might lead us in the wrong direction. False teachers usually ...... Mock truth. That is, they attack or attempt to discredit the Word of God or the church. When presented in a passionate and intelligent-sounding way, anti-church sentiment can lure even the most sincere people to doubt the truth of Scripture. Follow unrighteous impulses. False teachers pick and choose verses to justify their sinful habits and desires. For them, the interpretation of Scripture is selective. Divide people. They try to appear superior to their listeners. Some claim an experience that elevates them to a higher level, while others profess a more advanced spirituality that no one else could ever achieve. Are worldly-minded. False teachers are not interested in teaching God’s Word. Instead, their focus is usually on what they can achieve, how many people will follow them, or how much they can earn through their teaching. Spirit-led teachers recognize that humility and unity with their students is key (Phil. 2:1-4). Let’s pray for discernment to distinguish true teachers from misguided onesand for only godly instruction to influence the church (Phil. 1:9-10). Charles Stanley

Purify Your Heart James 4:7-10 Once we have received Jesus Christ as our personal Savior, we are clean in His eyes. But that doesn’t mean we will never sin again (John 13:9-10). As we live in this world, we’ll continue to exhibit some fleshly patternsat times thinking wrong thoughts, making hurtful comments, having inappropriate attitudes, and behaving foolishly. That’s why continual cleansing from sin is important. ... James gives us a process by which we can purify our hearts. When we resist the devil, mourn for our sin, and humbly draw near to God in submission, our Father is always faithful to forgive and cleanse us. Confession and repentance are like a spiritual shower that washes away the filth of sin so we can be clean and renewed (1 John 1:9). Ephesians 5:25-26 speaks of cleansing the church by the washing of water with the word. Scripture acts like a sharp sword that convicts us, reveals our hidden sins, and teaches how to live in a manner pleasing to the Lord. Let’s follow James’s advice today by submitting to God and renewing our minds with His truth. I pray that we can perceive and understand the Lord’s waysand be confident of our salvation and eternal security despite our failures. Charles Stanley

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