Hello ,

Russian pranksters posing as Ukraine’s ex-President Petro Poroshenko managed to contact Angela Merkel by phone to discuss developments in Ukraine and Belarus, although the former German chancellor appeared wary during the call.

Merkel’s office said (last Monday), that the former German leader received a call Jan. 12 from someone claiming to be Poroshenko.

The conversation was assisted by a German-Ukrainian interpreter from the German Foreign Ministry’s language service.

In an emailed statement, the office said Merkel informed the ministry afterward about the “impression that she gained of the caller during the call,” but didn’t elaborate on what that was.

For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect. Matthew 24:24

The very essence of deception is that the person being duped doesn't realize that its happening. How do we guard ourselves from being deceived? 

"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path."  

Psalm 119:105

Any message that's being brought to you and I, that goes contrary to the Word of God is suspect (no matter how well-meaning the messenger).

We need to take great care that we pray for Godly wisdom at the beginning of every day, and with every encounter that we have with someone claiming to bring "truth" to us. 

It's okay to listen, but we should always check and compare whatever is being said with the clear Word of God. 

Have a great day and God bless!

Pastor Mike / The Open Word