“Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus, who have swerved from the truth, saying that the resurrection has already happened. They are upsetting the faith of some” (2 Timothy 2:17b-18).
Throughout history and in every generation are those who say this, that, and the other thing. The wicked one wants the simple truth of the Gospel messed up so that folks don’t know what to believe and end up walking away thinking the truth is nonsense. The Lord has told us that He is our Savior and that in and through Him we are saved. The final day will come and then everyone will know the truth. Until then, simply trust in the word of the Lord.
Lord, let me know that, until You come again, I should live by faith. With pride (the most devious of sins) we are convinced that we are special. Lord, we are called to be in You. That’s it. Help me see through all the nonsense of this world, the tricks and twists that are presented, in order that I may understand the simplicity of the Gospel. Guide me, Lord, in Your Word of truth now and forever.
Lord Jesus, You have given us the words of eternal life. You have established our salvation, which is in You. Help me look to You alone and grant that my spirit discerns quickly when another is speaking something other than the truth. You alone are the Savior and You have come to save as many as believe. Guide me, Lord, in Your goodness and mercy to stand firm, understanding that You have revealed the truth once for all. Amen.
