Scripture: 2 John 1: 9-11

Anyone who goes beyond Christ’s teaching and does not continue to follow only his teaching does not have God. But whoever continues to follow the teaching of Christ has both the Father and the Son. ¹⁰ If someone comes to you and does not bring this teaching, do not welcome or accept that person into your house. ¹¹ If you welcome such a person, you share in the evil work.

Scripture Commentary:

Would you knowingly welcome a liar, thief or murderer into your home? In this chapter and verse John instructs believers not to show hospitality to false teachers. John is telling us that if you do invite them in and associate with them, you are encouraging them in the propagation of their falsehood.

In addition, if believers were to invite them in, such action shows that they approve of what the person is saying. If you know they are wrong, why put yourself into their lie?

It’s better to be faithful to God than merely courteous to people. John condemns the support of those who are dedicated to opposing the true teaching of God. John tells us that if you help or aid in the false teaching, then you are as guilty as the false teacher.

Teach God’s Word and no other.

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2 John 1

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Beware of False Teachings in the Church

Scripture: Leviticus 4: 32-33

“‘If someone brings a lamb as their sin offering, they are to bring a female without defect. ³³ They are to lay their hand on its head and slaughter it for a sin offering at the place where the burnt offering is slaughtered. 

Scripture Commentary:

Throughout history different religious groups made sacrifices without defect to gods. These rituals did not remove the sins they had. It’s like a defect on a new garment that you’ve just purchased but haven’t yet worn. When you try your best to fix the defective area, the garment doesn’t retain that prestige look.

In the Old Testament, animals were brought to the temple for sacrifice. To be acceptable, they must be without blemish. This symbolized righteousness. The animals were killed in the place of worship. The requirement for sin required a blood sacrifice.

There is no forgiveness without bloodshed.

Hebrews 9:22 teaches us that Jesus Christ is the perfect sacrifice. He died on our behalf so that our sins are covered. Not only is Jesus Christ the perfect Shepherd, He also is the perfect sacrifice. Our sins are washed away forever through Jesus, the Only Begotten Son of the Living God.

Jesus Christ’s righteousness has redeemed us once and for all. Thank you, God, the Father of us all.

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Leviticus 4

Hebrews 9

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Jesus Is the Ultimate Sin Offering

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 6: 1, 6, 12

 I have seen another evil under the sun, and it weighs heavily on mankind: (1) even if he lives a thousand years twice over but fails to enjoy his prosperity. Do not all go to the same place? (6)  For who knows what is good for a person in life, during the few and meaningless days they pass through like a shadow? Who can tell them what will happen under the sun after they are gone? (12) 

Scripture Commentary:

Here today, gone tomorrow. In the end, earthly treasure is meaningless. Solomon shows us that God is in control, not us. Prosperity is not always a sign that you are doing what God has for you to do.

In Mark 10: 21-22 Jesus tells the young man to sell all his treasure and follow him. But the man could not. Even if we live a long life and accumulate earthly wealth, it is ultimately meaningless because all that has been accumulated is left behind.

Each of us will die. Rich and poor will all end up in the grave. People work out and do things to prolong their physical life but what about spiritual life? What are we doing about the Holy Spirit that God gave each of us?

Do we feed it the Gospel or do we forget about it? It’s shortsighted to work hard to extend this life and not take the steps required to gain eternal life with God, our Father.

Solomon tells us the profound truth that we cannot predict what is ahead. The only one who can is God, our Creator, who sent His Son, Jesus, to save us.

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Ecclesiastes 6

Mark 10

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What Does A Man Gain from His Toil?

What Is Your Duty?