Why do we expect "Wolves in Sheep's Clothing," to look just like wolves? False teachers come from us and they look like us. There is a time to point out false doctrine, name it, and if it is put out in the public arena by a leader, to speak up against it. "For even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light."
We know those verses, but sometimes I think we have a disconnect from what that really might look like or does look like in our churches in present day. Nice looking, nice sounding people, who are subtlety or overtly overturning the simplicity and purity of the gospel and our devotion to it.
These people must be opposed in every way. Opposition includes:
1. Living a Christ-like life beyond reproach that will put our enemies to shame
2. Speaking out against false doctrine and informing our leaders, brothers and sisters.
3. As Peter says, being ready to answer any falsehood, prepared by our knowledge of the Scriptures.
4. Being zealous for the truth, honor and name of Jesus Christ. Driving our chariots like Jehu to have Jezebel thrown from the balcony.
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