2 Thessalonians 2:1-17, Deception: A present reality.
From 2Timothy2.org
Theological Proposition/Focus: Deceptive teaching is present in our world but God is bigger than any deceptive teaching.
Homiletical Proposition/Application: Deceptive teaching is a danger we must look out for but it should not cause us to lose hope because we know that the truth of the Gospel will prevail.
Contents
- 1 Introduction:
- 2 Body
- 2.1 Deceptive teaching is dangerous to the Christian (1-5)
- 2.1.1 Deceptive teaching can rob the Christian of their hope (1-2).
- 2.1.2 Just because someone appears to have some authority or legitimacy does not mean they do (1-2).
- 2.1.3 Accurate teaching must be tested to be consistent with the message of Scripture (3-5)
- 2.1.4 Image:
- 2.1.5 MTR: Determine to study Scripture so that you are not easily deceived!
- 2.2 Deceptive teaching is present and it will get worse but we should not lose hope (6-12).
- 2.2.1 Know that even thought there is much evil in the world, it actually could be worse (6-7).
- 2.2.2 Never forget that the end is already written and God wins! (8)
- 2.2.3 Recognize the basic traits of Satan's deceptive works (9-12).
- 2.2.4 MTR: Perform a humility check, are you content waiting for Jesus or does the flash and power of deception tempt you?
- 2.3 Deceptive teaching cannot prevail against the truth of the Gospel (13-17).
- 2.1 Deceptive teaching is dangerous to the Christian (1-5)
- 3 Conclusion:
