My dear children, today I want to talk to you about the devil's treachery and how he uses it to deceive us. The devil is a cunning and crafty adversary who seeks to lead us astray from God's path. He will use whatever means necessary to deceive us, and we must be vigilant and prepared to resist his tricks. In this blog, I will explore how the devil uses treachery to deceive us, and how we can protect ourselves through prayer and Scripture.
Let us begin by examining the nature of treachery. The Bible warns us about the deceitful nature of the devil. In John 8:44, it says: "He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies." We must be aware that the devil is a liar and will use deception to lead us away from God.
One of the devil's tactics is to use false teachers and prophets. In 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, it says: "For such people are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ. And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. It is not surprising, then, if his servants also masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will be what their actions deserve." We must be careful not to follow false teachers who are being used by the devil to deceive us.
Another way the devil uses treachery is by tempting us with worldly desires. In James 1:14-15, it says: "But each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death." We must be aware of our own desires and seek to resist temptation through prayer and Scripture.
So, how can we protect ourselves from the devil's treachery? Firstly, we must pray for forgiveness of our sins and for protection from the devil's deception. In Matthew 6:13, it says: "And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one." We must pray for God's protection and guidance in our lives.
Secondly, we must turn to the Holy Scriptures for guidance. In Psalm 119:11, it says: "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you." We must study the Bible and memorize its teachings so that we can be prepared to resist the devil's deception.
Lastly, we must seek accountability. In 1 Thessalonians 5:11, it says: "Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing." We must seek out a community of believers who can help us stay accountable and encourage us in our spiritual journey.
In conclusion, my dear children, the devil is a cunning adversary who will use treachery to deceive us. Through prayer, guidance from the Scriptures, and accountability, we can protect ourselves from the devil's deception and stay on the path that God has set before us. Let us pray together now, asking for forgiveness for our sins and for strength to resist the devil's attempts to lead us astray. May God bless you and keep you always in His loving embrace. Amen.
