Scripture Post #156: *DECEIVED HEARTS*

Romans 16:

17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them.

18 For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.

19 For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil.

Note: This Scripture was from Paul, a servant & Apostle of Christ, to all that were in Rome (Rom. 1:1 & 7).

[Rom. 16:17:] …Mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned [Those who teach things which contradict what's in the Bible]; and avoid them.

[Verse 18:] For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ…and by good words and fair speeches *deceive the hearts of the simple*. [They say what sounds good to the heart and deceive the unwise.]

[Verse 19:] …But yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil. [Be smart, to tell the difference between what's God and what isn't. So study to show yourself approved. (Do your research.)]

Published: Friday 2 • 15 • 13