July 25, 2010 Saved from Lies

July 25, 2010
Read Ezekiel 13 – 14

Ezekiel 13:22-23 Because you disheartened the righteous with your lies, when I had brought them no grief, and because you encouraged the wicked not to turn from their evil ways and so save their lives, 23 therefore you will no longer see false visions or practice divination. I will save my people from your hands. And then you will know that I am the LORD.’”

GOD CLEARLY says in the verses and chapters of the book of Ezekiel that those of us who have been given his Word are to tell his truths to those who act against his Word. Here there is a condemnation of those who encourage wrongdoing and give false prophecy. The LORD will bring an end to these falsehoods and save his people from those teachings that oppose him.

When we hear or think of “salvation”, it is important to note from what we are being saved. Yes, we are saved from eternal Hell to eternal Glory with God. And within his wondrous act of saving, God saves us from believing lies.

There are many lies in our culture. They destroy our security—“Buy now. Pay Later.” “Be happy. Do what you want.” “Look out for number 1.” These lies destroy relationships and economic security.

Lies also destroy our security with God. Many people teach, pretending to speak in God’s name, when they are really lieing. We can know the difference when we know the truth giver. Knowing God, you will be able to separate truth from lies, good from evil, and you will live in God’s safe place with solid walls around you.

Be sure you get to know God. His Word teaches you. God’s Word secures you. His Word saves you.