This episode of In the Field Audio Bible explores the sobering warnings of 2 Peter 2, highlighting the dangers of false teachers in both biblical times and today. Through Peter’s vivid imagery and the narratives of Noah and Lot, listeners are reminded of God’s unwavering justice and mercy. The discussion equips believers with tools for discernment, helping them recognize and resist those who distort God’s truth for personal gain. This episode encourages reflection, offering inspiration to stay rooted in Scripture and remain vigilant against deception while deepening your connection to the hope and truth of the gospel.
What if the voices you trust are leading you astray? Join me, Christie, as we navigate the perilous waters of 2 Peter 2, addressing the grave threat of false teachers both in the early church and today. This episode promises to equip you with the discernment needed to identify and withstand those who distort God's truth for their own gain. Through Peter's vivid imagery, we unearth the unsettling reality of those likened to unreasoning animals and empty springs, promising fulfillment yet leaving believers parched and misled.
We journey through the compelling narratives of Noah and Lot, illustrating the dual themes of divine judgment and deliverance. These stories serve as a powerful reminder of God's unwavering justice and mercy. Reflect on your spiritual journey with us as we encourage listeners to stay rooted in Scripture and vigilant against deceptive teachings. This episode is designed to inspire and fortify your faith, offering insight and encouragement to hold fast to the gospel's hope and truth. Whether you're seeking guidance or a deeper connection with God's Word, we invite you to explore these critical lessons with us.
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Welcome back to In the Field Audio Bible, the podcast that invites you to find peace, stillness and a deeper connection with God's Word. My name is Christie, your host for this episode. Before we dive into today's episode, I want to invite you to visit www. i nthefieldaudiobible. com, your go-to destination for everything In the Field Audio Bible. Whether you're seeking to deepen your spiritual walk, create peaceful moments for study or immerse yourself in the beauty of Scripture, our website has you covered. Head over today and make it part of your journey. I'm honored to have you with me today as we delve into another rich and thought-provoking chapter of Scripture. Today, we're focusing on the Second Epistle of Peter, Chapter 2, a passage that carries a solemn warning and a powerful message for believers. This chapter is a wake-up call for the early church and for us today to be aware of the dangers posed by false teachers and their destructive influence. Peter doesn't hold back in his descriptions, painting a vivid picture of those who twist God's truth for their own selfish purposes. He describes their greed, arrogance and moral corruption, likening them to unreasoning animals in springs without water. While these warnings may sound harsh, they serve a vital purpose to protect the church and keep us firmly rooted in God's truth. Firmly rooted in God's truth. But alongside these sobering warnings, peter also reminds us of the unfailing justice and mercy of God. He points back to examples from scripture Noah, Lot and the deliverance of the righteous to show that while God judges the wicked, that while God judges the wicked, he also knows how to rescue those who are faithful to Him. This dual theme of judgment and deliverance is a testament to God's holiness and His deep care for His people. As we listen to this chapter, it's a chance to reflect on our own walk with God. Are we staying grounded in scripture? Are we discerning in the voices we follow, in the teachings we accept and, most importantly, are we holding fast to the hope and truth of the gospel in a world that often seeks to distort it? Whether you're here for study, encouragement or a quiet moment of reflection, I pray this episode will be a source of insight and inspiration for you. Let's open our hearts and minds as we journey together through the Second Epistle of Peter, Chapter 2, and uncover the timeless truths it holds for us today the Second Epistle of Peter, Chapter 2.
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But there were also false prophets among the people. In the same way, there will be false teachers among you. In secret, they will bring in teachings that will destroy you. They will even turn against the Lord and Master, who died to pay for their sins. So they will quickly destroy themselves. Many people will follow their lead. These people will do the same evil things the false teachers do. They will cause people to think badly about the way of truth. These teachers are never satisfied. They want to get something out of you, so they make up stories to take advantage of you. They have been under a sentence of death for a long time. The God who will destroy them has not been sleeping.
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God did not spare angels when they sinned. Instead, he sent them to hell. He chained them up in dark prisons. He will keep them there until he judges them.
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God did not spare the world's ungodly people long ago. He brought the flood on them, but Noah preached about the right way to live. God kept him safe. He also saved seven others. God judged the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. He burned them to ashes. He made them an example of what is going to happen to ungodly people.
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God saved Lot, a man who did what was right. Lot was shocked by the evil conduct of people who didn't obey God's laws. That good man lived among them. Day after day. He saw and heard the evil things they were doing. They were breaking God's laws, and the godly spirit of Lot was deeply troubled. Since all this is true, then, the Lord knows how to save godly people. He knows how to keep them safe in times of testing. The Lord also knows how to keep ungodly people under guard. He will do so until the day they will be judged and punished.
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Most of all, this is true of people who follow desires that come from sin's power. These people hate to be under authority. They are bold and proud, so they aren't even afraid to speak evil things against heavenly beings. Now, angels are stronger and more powerful than these people, but even angels don't speak evil things against heavenly beings. They don't do this when they bring judgment on them from the Lord.
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These people speak evil about things they don't understand. They are like wild animals who can't think. Instead, they do what comes naturally to them. They are born only to be caught and destroyed. Just like animals, these people too will die. They will be paid back for the harm they have done.
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Their idea of pleasure is to have wild parties in the middle of the day. They are like dirty spots and stains. They enjoy their sinful pleasures while they eat with you. They stare at women who are not their wives. They want to sleep with them. They never stop sinning. They trap those who are not firm in their faith. They have mastered the art of getting what they want. God has placed them under his judgment. They have left God's way. They have wandered off. They follow the way of Balaam, son of Beor. He loved to get paid for doing his evil work, but a donkey corrected him for the wrong he did. Animals don't speak, but the donkey spoke with a human voice. It tried to stop the prophet from doing a very dumb thing.
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These people are like springs without water. They are like mist driven by a storm. The blackest darkness is reserved for them. They speak empty, bragging words. They make their appeal to the evil desires that come from sin's power. They tempt new believers who are just escaping from the company of sinful people. They promise to give freedom to these new believers, but they themselves are slaves to sinful living. That's because people are slaves to anything that controls them.
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They may have escaped the sin of the world. They may have come to know our Lord and Savior, jesus Christ. But what if they are once again caught up in sin? And what if it has become their master? Then they are worse off at the end than they were at the beginning. Suppose they had not known the way of godliness. This would have been better than to know godliness and then turn away from it. The way of godliness is the sacred command passed on to them. What the Proverbs say about them is true A dog returns to where it has thrown up, and a pig that is washed goes back to rolling in the mud.
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