Category: False Teaching

The Spiritual Dexterity of Our Physical Posterity #10

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word” (Psalm 119:9 KJV).

If our physical posterity could augment its spiritual dexterity, exactly what would that entail?

Following centuries of the Kingdom of Judah violating the Law of Moses, the LORD finally deported its citizens to Babylon for 70 years’ captivity (see 2 Chronicles 36:14-21). Among them were four young men, probably in their early to mid-teens. They were Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah (the latter three better known by their Babylonian names of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego). Daniel was their leader in that foreign land. As a Law-keeping Jew, he recognized he should keep himself pure from Babylon’s heathen culture: “But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself” (Daniel 1:8; cf. Exodus 34:10-17). Later, even facing the death penalty in a burning fiery furnace (!), Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah remained loyal to JEHOVAH God by refusing to worship idols (read Daniel 3:1-30).

Both Timothy and Titus were young men, grace believers in Jesus Christ, and pastors of local churches. Three of our Bible Books—1 Timothy and 2 Timothy and Titus—are actually epistles (formal doctrinal letters) the Apostle Paul wrote to them. Observe! “That they [the aged/older women] may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children, To be discreet [of sound mind, self-controlled], chaste [pure], keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed. Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded. In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity [dignity, solemnity], sincerity, Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you” (Titus 2:4-8). “Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity” (1 Timothy 4:12).

Whether young or old, prophecy or mystery, Israel or Body of Christ, God’s people should “be separate” from Satan’s evil world system (2 Corinthians 6:14–7:1)….

The Spiritual Dexterity of Our Physical Posterity #9

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word” (Psalm 119:9 KJV).

If our physical posterity could augment its spiritual dexterity, exactly what would that entail?

Poor mental health is one problem with which modern society is struggling. Whether due to financial debt, sleep deprivation, technological addictions, isolation, substance abuse, physical inactivity, or something else, our thinking processes are being devastated now more than ever. It particularly affects younger people (who are undeveloped and therefore vulnerable). Much of this mental-health crisis can be reduced—even eliminated—if individuals decided to start entertaining better thoughts. Alas, sinful man still arrogantly continues to devise his own plans and carry out his own life without depending on the Creator God. When living contrary to how He has designed life to work, we can expect nothing less than depression and misery. (If in doubt, try it out!)

“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you” (Philippians 4:8,9). Such “things” are truths of sound Bible doctrine that Paul had taught these believers at Philippi. Thinking on this instead of trash will greatly aid us in enjoying good mental health… and “peace” only God can give!

Read Romans 12:1,2: “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God” (cf. Ephesians 4:23; Colossians 3:10). In addition to daily reading and believing the Scriptures “rightly divided” (2 Timothy 2:15), spend a few minutes each day writing, playing a musical instrument, or drawing. Such mental exercises will strengthen your creativity and guard against negativity. Be not a hermit, but socialize with good in-person company. Dear young reader, take your eyes off yourself and your fellow man, and look solely to the Lord Jesus Christ….

The Greatest War Hero

Monday, May 25, 2026

“For God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8 KJV).

In the United States, today is Memorial Day, when we remember those who sacrificed their time and lives to provide our physical freedom. Likewise, as Christians, we have spiritual freedom, which was more costly. Someone had to die to give us the eternal life we now enjoy….

Scripture describes a spiritual warfare between good and evil, God’s truth program versus Satan’s lie program: “Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles [schemes] of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places” (Ephesians 6:11,12; see also verses 13-20).

Satan distracts mankind from God’s pure Word, the Bible, keeping unbelievers lost (dead in their sins), and preventing unbelievers and Christians from knowing God’s will. The devil draws them away (seduces them) from God’s Word by using religious tradition and human “wisdom” (1 Timothy 4:1-3; cf. 2 Corinthians 10:3-5; Galatians 3:1-3).

God loves us, so at Calvary’s cross, Christ fought for us sinners, died in battle (today’s Scripture), shed His divine sinless blood, and eternally rescued us from Satan and sin: “Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross; and having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it” (Colossians 2:14,15).

Hebrews 9:12 says Jesus Christ has “obtained eternal redemption for us.”

If we have trusted Jesus Christ alone as our personal Saviour, God “hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son” (Colossians 1:13). Now, God can use us for His glory for all eternity.

Beloved, let us rejoice in our victory over sin, death, and hell that Jesus Christ secured for us by going to Calvary’s rugged cross! Jesus Christ is now alive forevermore—He is our Hero, the Greatest Hero!

*Adapted from a larger Bible study “The Greatest Hero,” which can be read here or watched here.

The Spiritual Dexterity of Our Physical Posterity #8

Sunday, May 24, 2026

“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word” (Psalm 119:9 KJV).

If our physical posterity could augment its spiritual dexterity, exactly what would that entail?

“For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat” (2 Thessalonians 3:10). We need jobs to live, so find one that is, first and foremost, respectable. If you could be comfortable performing the occupation’s duties before the Lord Himself, then that is your ideal job. After giving preeminence to honesty and decency, narrow down to something offering decent salary and decent benefits. “Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth” (Ephesians 4:28).

Remember, the highest-paying jobs are not necessarily the best, as they often mean stricter requirements, longer hours, heavier workload, and greater stress. Endeavor to provide for your needs and your family’s needs. Avoid trying to outdo others. Eschew covetousness. “Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate; Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life” (1 Timothy 6:17-19). “And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth” (Luke 12:15).

Learn to budget. “The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender” (Proverbs 22:7). Any money you borrow, or debt you owe, makes you subject to the one providing those funds. Once you pay bills and other necessities, save as much of your paycheck as you can, limiting spending on entertainment and other wants. You do not need the latest, greatest invention. Try to purchase affordable essential services and reasonable, functional, orderly, possessions.

May we learn another life lesson….

NOTE: In order to bring you a special study tomorrow, we will temporarily break away from this devotionals arc….

The Spiritual Dexterity of Our Physical Posterity #7

Saturday, May 23, 2026

“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word” (Psalm 119:9 KJV).

If our physical posterity could augment its spiritual dexterity, exactly what would that entail?

Generation Y (Millennials [my generation]; born 1981–1996), Generation Z (born 1997–2012), Generation Alpha (born 2013–2025), and Generation Beta (born 2025–present) face unique challenges about which prior generations know nothing. They have grown up (are growing up) during a time of unbelievably rapid technological advancements—greater dependence on personal computers, cellular phones, and social media. With easier access to cameras, the number of “selfies” has increased, meaning people have fallen in love with taking photos of themselves. Growing reliance on text-messaging has led to the breakdown of correct spelling and proper grammar. Profitable work has been replaced with mindless entertainment (games, videos, and so on).

While helpful to a degree, interaction with others via the internet is fraught with disadvantages. Since online activities can be undertaken anonymously, the likelihood of fakery (pretend, fantasy), superficiality (shallowness), and theatricality (dramatic attention-seekers) rises exponentially. With the advent of artificial intelligence, videos can be effortlessly doctored and texts can be greatly altered. Millions of gullible people have been fooled thereby.

Here are helpful tips, especially for young people. Make wise decisions online. If you have any doubts about posting certain comments or pictures or videos, it is best to reconsider and post nothing. Do not become so desperate for acceptance and praise that you do or say practically anything to gain an internet audience. Guard your privacy. Though online platforms have little history, researchers are beginning to identify related health risks. Be careful to limit your social media activity, as prolonged usage (addiction) has harmful psychological, emotional, and social effects.

“Wherefore he saith, Awake thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light. See then that ye walk circumspectly [looking around, cautiously, prudently], not as fools, but as wise, Redeeming the time [buying back the time for God’s glory, which time sin and Satan have taken], because the days are evil. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is” (Ephesians 5:14-17).

There is yet more to learn….

The Spiritual Dexterity of Our Physical Posterity #6

Friday, May 22, 2026

“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word” (Psalm 119:9 KJV).

If our physical posterity could augment its spiritual dexterity, exactly what would that entail?

Dear young person, not only should you be vigilant as to what you are taught (and, by extension, what you believe), you ought to take heed regarding with whom you associate. For example, observe this timeless advice: “Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go: Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul” (Proverbs 22:24,25). Emotionally-unstable people are poor role models for anyone and everyone who happens to become acquainted with them. They will negatively influence you, so avoid them. When in doubt, try it out!

Reflect again on the sad state of affairs at Corinth. These Christians had befriended those who lacked doctrinal integrity, religious leaders (false apostles, heathen philosophers, et cetera) who did not teach them “wholesome” (healthy, clean, nourishing) information. Hence, the Corinthians were living in the very depths of sin and ignorant (unknowing) of God’s words and will: “Be not deceived [led astray, fooled, tricked]: evil communications [relationships, companionships] corrupt good manners [conduct, living, habits, customs]. Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame” (1 Corinthians 15:33,34). Nearly 2,000 years later, the Corinthians’ shameful errors are still weakening and devastating the professing church because it has habitually engaged in “evil communications” (sinful alliances).

Indeed, we are living in a dangerous time socially. Your friends will either take you up with them, or bring you down with them. People are not necessarily what they appear to be. Not everyone has your best interests in mind. Be careful as to whom you let live with you and allow to ride in your vehicle, and always be aware if they are leaving something behind that might get you in trouble. Above all, be quite wary of whom you date, and be extremely cautious as to whom you marry and have children with. These (!) decisions (!) will (!) truly (!) have (!) lifelong (!) consequences (!).

We can further “cleanse [our] way….”

The Spiritual Dexterity of Our Physical Posterity #5

Thursday, May 21, 2026

“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word” (Psalm 119:9 KJV).

If our physical posterity could augment its spiritual dexterity, exactly what would that entail?

“Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,…. Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen…. And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate [worthless, unapproved] mind, to do those things which are not convenient [fit, proper];…” (Romans 1:21,22,25,28). “This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that ye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk, in the vanity [emptiness, briefness] of their mind, Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart: Who being past feeling have given themselves over unto lasciviousness [wild/crazy/loose living], to work all uncleanness with greediness” (Ephesians 4:17-19).

Like all ancient Greeks, the believers at Corinth were fanatical about man’s wisdom (1 Corinthians chapters 1–4). Hence, they were warned: “And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified… And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man’s wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God” (1 Corinthians 2:1,2,4,5).

“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil” (Proverbs 3:5-7). To varying degrees, each part of the world’s educational/philosophical/religious systems is but “man’s wisdom” (humanism, man reasoning about life apart from the Creator God). Matriculating in advanced education—particularly high school and beyond—you must bear this in mind and guard against it….

Continue #10

Friday, May 15, 2026

“Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee” (1 Timothy 4:16 KJV).

A single word can mean the difference between victorious Christian living and notorious Christian dying….

For over a decade in my denominational system, I was comfortable in ignorance and childishness (the death of my Christian life)… but that all changed when two faithful brethren gave me the Bible verses I needed to recover myself out of the snare of the Devil (the revival of my Christian life). For almost 20 years now, I have striven to pass on to others what saved me from spiritual kindergarten, that any poor souls willing to listen and believe may come unto the knowledge of the truth as well.

“Continue” distinguishes between the Christian life surviving (it working as God intended) and the Christian life dying (it separated from its function). Those who “depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits and doctrine of devils” (1 Timothy 4:1) have no one to blame but themselves. They did not remain with the Dispensation of the Grace of God the resurrected, ascended, and glorified Lord Jesus Christ delivered them through the Apostle Paul’s ministry of Romans to Philemon. Having the completed Bible canon and the indwelling Holy Spirit to teach us, we have no excuse whatsoever for being unaware, immature, or deceived.

“Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all. Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee” (1 Timothy 4:15,16). To “meditate” is “to revolve in the mind, think deeply about, care for, attend to carefully.” Stated another way, Timothy is to contemplate what he has been given in the epistle of 1 Timothy (and 2 Timothy, its companion). Along with the two Timothy Books, Titus and Philemon form the four Pauline pastoral epistles—the handbooks of the local church. Pastors and teachers would do well to concentrate on those four formal doctrinal letters, that they minimize what the Devil does in their assemblies and among their congregants. They should give themselves wholly (completely, entirely) to these words of God’s grace. Let us do likewise, brethren, also depending less and less on man’s intellect and man’s ability. 🙂

Continue #9

Thursday, May 14, 2026

“Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee” (1 Timothy 4:16 KJV).

A single word can mean the difference between victorious Christian living and notorious Christian dying….

The sequel to 1 Timothy is 2 Timothy. See 2 Timothy 2:24-26: “And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will.” The description “those that oppose themselves” refers to believers who did not continue in grace thinking and grace living; the Christian minister is to teach them sound doctrine, attempting to give them what is necessary to escape Satan’s trap. Today, the professing church overall finds itself in such a snare.

If only we would have continued in the grace principles of Romans to Philemon, our tens of thousands of legalistic denominations that confuse us would have never been started. We would have victorious Christian living—instead of the darkness, blindness, and ignorance that discourage and defeat us. If only we would have continued in the fruit of the Protestant Reformation, the King James Bible, our hundreds of perverted (Roman Catholic) modern English versions that corrupt our minds and deceive our hearts would have never been translated or purchased. If only we would have continued in sound Bible doctrine and the power of the Holy Spirit, we would have surely had enough sense and might to oust our pastors and teachers who were not serving the Lord Jesus Christ. Our church buildings would have never been transformed into the social clubs that they are today and our schools would have never become the breeding grounds for apostasy, heresy, and worship of man’s wisdom that they are today.

Doubtless, none of these problems are God’s fault! They are entirely our fault! Friends, we must accept total responsibility, accepting the blame that is rightfully ours and ours alone. Perhaps there is someone reading this who is now aware of the gravity of the situation. The sooner we learn the problem, the quicker we can solve it.

Let us summarize and conclude this devotionals arc….

Continue #8

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

“Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee” (1 Timothy 4:16 KJV).

A single word can mean the difference between victorious Christian living and notorious Christian dying….

Contemplate the words of 2 Timothy 3:14-17, an excerpt from the companion Book of 1 Timothy: “But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.”

Timothy had a believing Jewess grandmother and a believing Jewess mother, as 2 Timothy 1:5 makes manifest: “When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.” Apparently, these two women raised Timothy (“from a child”), the boy having an unbelieving/Gentile father. Timothy would have grown up with a Hebrew Bible, our Old Testament of Genesis to Malachi. By the time Paul passed to preach in (teenager/young adult) Timothy’s neighborhood (Acts chapters 13 and 14), Timothy became a believer in Christ. When the Apostle returned to the area a few years later, he took Timothy along with him as a ministry helper (Acts 16:1-3).

Whatever sound Bible doctrine Timothy had learned from his grandmother and mother, whatever he had learned from Paul, he was to “continue in [those] things.” The Colossians were exhorted or encouraged to likewise “continue in the faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the gospel” (Colossians 1:23). In the midst of fighting with legalists or Law-based teachers at the Jerusalem Conference of Acts chapter 15, Paul and Barnabas and Titus continued in grace doctrine so it would “continue” with the Galatians (Galatians 2:5), for any apostolic abandonment of grace would stimulate the Galatians themselves to abandon grace….