The Worst Disguise

Scott Beyer
06/01/23 - Bulletin

“No wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.” (2 Corinthians 11:14)

Jesus preached more against the religious of His day than anyone else.  There is a reason for that.  World religions have long been the bastion of Satan.  He loves religion as long as it is not built upon Christ and His Word.

The religious man feels safe in his traditions and genuflections of worship.  The man who feels safe doesn’t try and flee the danger of sin and temptation because he believes himself already perfectly fine.  The Pharisees religiosity blinded themselves to their own sinfulness.   Traditions, rote prayers, and a heritage of religion were enough to callous their hearts.

Satan disguises rebellion against God as spirituality all the time.  Make sure you know what you believe because merely believing something isn’t good enough.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: 2 Corinthians 11:10-20

Questions to ask:

1. How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
2. What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
3. How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
4. What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
5. How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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