One retired man from Catamarca, duped by the knock-down price for a pedigree dog, became suspicious he had bought what Argentinians call a 'Brazilian rat' and when he returned home took the 'dogs' to a vet for their vaccinations.

 

Imagine his surprise when his suspicious were confirmed - he had in fact purchased two ferrets that had been given steroids at birth to increase their size and then had some extra grooming to make their coats resemble a fluffy toy poodle.

 

When it comes to life on planet earth, there are things that are simply NOT what they may seem to be.  The same is true in the spiritual realm.  The "evil one" is always working to deceive people who are attempting to live a life for God.  

 

"Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."  2 Timothy 2:15

 

To be spiritual "counterfeit-busters" we need to read and study our bibles for ourselves on a regular basis.  It's the only real remedy that I am aware of that will keep each of us on the right track.

 

Here's a gentle nudge: Are you studying the Bible for yourself with consistency?  It's worth the effort, and God richly blesses us when we open the pages of this holy book.

 

Have a great day and God bless!

 

 

 

Pastor Mike / The Open Word