God’s Word for Today - 16 Jan 2024
Jeremiah 28:15 KJV — Then said the prophet Jeremiah unto Hananiah the prophet, Hear now, Hananiah; The LORD hath not sent thee; but thou makest this people to trust in a lie.
Reflection on God’s Word for Today - 16 Jan 2024
Instances of wannabes plotting to usurp authority and power are prevalent in churches across nations. Sadly, this is more often than not, not counterbalanced by the number that stand up for the truth and challenge heresies, heretics and heretical behaviour to nip them in the bud. In today's scripture Jeremiah was bold to challenge the false prophet Hananiah, just as Apostle Paul did not leave Apostle Peter go unchallenged when he behaved contrary to expectations. Was Peter a heretic? No, but he was being hypocritical, hence the need for the challenge to put him right. It is incumbent upon everyone who identifies with Christ to challenge heretics wherever and whenever they present their stock in trade. You must never give them any breathing space to propagate their falsehoods and derail people from following God's truth.
Pray: Heavenly Lord, I want to be able to stand up to heretics, please empower me by Your Holy Spirit. #Mok