For this is a rebellious people, false sons, sons who refuse to listen to the instruction of the LORD; who say to the seers, “You must not see visions”; and to the prophets, “You must not prophesy to us what is right, speak to us pleasant words, prophesy illusions. Get out of the way, turn aside from the path, let us hear no more about the Holy One of Israel.”
Not all the things you need to hear from your Bible teachers are pleasant!
The Apostle Paul tells us that in the last days, people will pursue Bible teachers who “tickle their ears.” That is, the Bible teachers who are popular will be those who simply tell you what you like to hear (2 Timothy 4:3).
But God wants you to know that what you like to hear is not always what you need to hear. When you are choosing your Bible teachers, make sure you choose those who are willing to teach what is unpopular, who don’t only teach the `feel good’ truths of the Bible. It is healthy for your spiritual life to be convicted and challenged about how you live.
You need to go beyond the surface, elementary teachings of Scripture and get into the in-depth study of the Bible that will make you a mature believer, able to discern what is right and wrong, and able to teach and counsel others.
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