Preview: The Bible is a wonderful resource for us to use to guide our lives toward truth and away from the deception that the world is filled with.
Scripture Reading: Matthew 24:5-24.
Memory Verse: Matthew 24:4.
1. What did Jesus warn against for the time of the end? Matthew 25:3-13, 24-33.
2. How may we make ourselves free from the enemies deceptions? John 8:32.
3. What do the Scriptures say regarding trusting human beings? Psalm 146:3.
Note: Many cults have a single human leader who is considered to be their messiah, whose ways will conflict with the Bible’s truth.
4. Who is the only source of our salvation? Acts 4:12, Isaiah 45:22.
Note: Jesus is our only source of salvation.
5. What is the result of teaching men’s doctrine over God’s? Mark 7:6-9, Luke 11:52-54.
6. How can we avoid being deceived? 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Isaiah 8:20.
7. How may we evaluate truth? John 17:17.
Note: God is our only source of truth. The Bible is filled with His Word and is our only reliable guide.
8. Discuss the Bible’s stand on free choice. Joshua 24:15, Revelation 22:17-18.
9. In the last days, who will deceive the majority of the earth? Revelation 13:11-14.
10. Can the devil perform miracles and if so, what kind of miracles? Revelation 16:13-14, Revelation 19:20.
11. Why will so many people be deceived? 2 Thessalonians 2:9-12.
12. What does Christ offer us when we are united with Him? Ephesians 1:6-12, Ephesians 2:19-22.
13. Whom only are we called to worship supremely? Revelation 14:7.
14. What does Jesus tell us about the ministry of the Holy Spirit? John 16:13-14.
Conclusion: Our complete and total allegiance is to be to God alone. Choosing God and His divine truth is the only way to receive His promises and achieve life.