Jude, thought to be the half-brother of Jesus, warns against the manipulation of false teachers.
2 John
John’s second epistle is addressed to a local church body. In this short letter he warns them to be cautious of those who would bring false teaching into their midst. Any who attempt to do so should not even be given the time of day.
1 John 1
Pastor Bruce introduces John’s first epistle, which is generally focused on combatting heresy in the church. Chapter one presents three test which expose false teachers and their wrong doctrine.
1 John 2
In order to help his readers not fall for false teaching, John gives three tests of what real Christian faith looks like.
2 Peter 2
For many believers, the false teachers in their lives are those who were once part of the church and now have decided to chart their own course. Pastor Bruce warns us to beware of these people who can lead us astray.
Titus 1
An introduction to the book of Titus and its recipient. In the first chapter Paul gives qualifications for pastors and warns against false teachers.
2 Timothy 4
Paul’s challenge at the end of this epistle is to continue the work of the gospel. Many will simply want to be entertained when they attend church, but the true believer will stay on mission for Jesus.
1 Timothy 1
Paul begins his first letter to Timothy refuting those who taught salvation through the law.
1 Timothy 4
Paul addresses false teaching in Ephesus. He explains that a good pastor will expose heresy and lead his flock to the truth.
1 Timothy 6
Paul completes his first letter to Timothy, encouraging him to keep up the good fight and to be content with the Lord’s blessings.
Colossians 1
As Paul begins his letter to the church at Colossae, he explains that God wants people to know the full truth about Him.