Turn Away From Iniquity
2 Timothy 2:19
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2 Timothy 2:19 Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”
This was written by Paul during a time of confusion and spiritual decline. There were teachers distorting the truth. Paul reminds the reader that God’s truth is stable. It does not move.
This is a good reminder, because church life can be messy and the issues in the world can be disturbing. Remember that God’s foundation stands when you are confronted by these things.
Also remember that God knows those who are His. You are not lost in the crowd. He knows you personally and completely.
Those who truly belong to Him will not continue in a life of sin. As you know Him and hold to His truth, your life will begin to change. You will turn away from your former sinful patterns. This does not mean perfection, but it does mean a new direction. This change is evidence that you are His. ~ Jeff M Newman
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See that no one deceives you regarding false Christs and false prophets.
Matthew 7:15 Beware of false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.
Matthew 24:4-8 Jesus answered, “See to it that no one deceives you. 5 For many will come in My name, claiming, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many. 6 You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. These things must happen, but the end is still to come. 7 Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. 8 All these are the beginning of birth pains. (Mark 13:5-8)
Matthew 24:23-25 At that time, if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There He is!’ do not believe it. 24 For false Christs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders that would deceive even the elect, if that were possible. 25 See, I have told you in advance.
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