Many False Prophets

This is Follow Jesus Radio encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: Many false prophets.

Matthew 24:11 (BSB):
"and many false prophets will arise and deceive many."

False teaching is not a rare threat—it is a promised reality. Christ Himself declares that “many” false prophets will arise, and “many” will be led astray. This is not accidental; it is a sober warning from the Lord who cannot lie.

Notice the scale: deception will be widespread. False teachers do not typically appear obvious or hostile. They often speak in the language of Christianity while quietly denying its core—salvation by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. This is why Scripture repeatedly calls believers to discernment (1 John 4:1). Truth and error are not equal; one leads to life, the other to destruction.

At the root, false teaching attacks the authority and sufficiency of Scripture. When the Bible alone is abandoned, every distortion follows. That is why the safeguard is not personal feeling, tradition, or cultural approval—but the Word of God rightly understood.

So the call is clear:Know the Word deeply.
Test every teacher against Scripture.
Refuse anything that diminishes Christ’s finished work.

This warning also exposes the heart: people are led astray because they are willing to follow what appeals to them rather than submit to truth (2 Timothy 4:3–4). The answer is repentance—a turning away from self and a clinging to Christ alone.

The good news is this: Christ does not merely warn—He saves. The Good Shepherd preserves His sheep. Those who truly belong to Him will hear His voice and not ultimately be led astray (John 10:27–28).

Hold fast to Him. Truth is not an idea—it is a Person. And He does not lose His own.

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Handling the Greatest Matter

This is Follow Jesus Radio encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: Handling the Greatest Matter.

"He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he."
— Proverbs 16:20 (KJV)

Every single day, we handle a constant stream of "matters." We manage our finances, handle responsibilities at work, deal with chores at home, and navigate daily schedules. We work hard to manage these things with care, hoping for a good outcome.

But the Bible points us to a much deeper wisdom. The most important "matter" you will ever handle in your life is your personal relationship with God.

Handling this relationship wisely doesn't mean trying to earn God's favor through empty rituals. It means making Him the absolute priority of your life. It means taking time to sit at His feet, talk to Him in prayer, and let His Spirit shape your heart. When you handle this relationship wisely, you will find the ultimate "good."

And how do we trust the Lord today? We do it by trusting in His perfect, ultimate revelation: Jesus Christ.

God did not leave us to guess who He is or how much He loves us. He revealed His heart to us by sending Jesus. When we trust in Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, follow His teachings, and surrender our lives to Him, we find the true, lasting happiness promised in this verse. It is a deep, unshakable joy that the world can't give and can never take away.

Let’s pray: Lord Jesus, thank You for revealing the Father's love and truth to me. Help me to handle the matter of my relationship with You wisely today, putting You first in all things. I place my trust in You, knowing that true joy and peace are found only in Your presence. Amen.

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The Beginning of Good News

This is Follow Jesus Radio encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: The Beginning of Good News.

In Mark 1:1, the Gospel writer doesn't waste time with genealogies or long prefaces. He simply declares: “This is the beginning of the Good News of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” Often, we think of "news" as something we just hear or watch. But in the Bible, "Good News" (the Gospel) isn't just a story—it is God in action. It is the announcement that the Creator of the universe has stepped into time to perform a rescue mission that we could never perform ourselves.

What exactly is this Good News? According to the scriptures, it is four powerful movements of God:

1. God Revealing Himself: In Christ, the invisible God becomes visible. Through His Son, He reveals His perfect will and His heart of compassion. To see Jesus is to see the Father.

2. God Acting to Save: The Good News is God taking the initiative. We were trapped in sin, but God acted to save sinners. He didn't wait for us to find our way to Him; He made a way to us.

3. God Drawing the Lost: The Gospel is the sound of a Father calling His children home. Through Christ, God is actively drawing lost sinners back into relationship with Himself.

4. God Delivering from Wrath: Finally, the Good News is our deliverance. Through the sacrifice of Jesus, we are spared from the weight of sin and the coming wrath of God.

Today, remember that the Good News isn't a "to-do" list; it's a "done" list. It is the finished work of Jesus Christ on your behalf.

Let us pray: Heavenly Father, thank You for the Good News. Thank You for acting through Your Son to rescue us and for drawing us near. Help us to walk in the joy of our deliverance today. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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Somebody is watching you

This is Follow Jesus Radio encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow him daily.  The title of this devotional thought is: Somebody is watching you.

Proverbs 15:3 (NLT)

"The LORD is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good."

As a follower of Jesus, I can be happy today because God is keeping an eye on me!

The LORD is watching everywhere. For the person who does not know Jesus, this can be a problem. Until a person places their faith in Jesus Christ, God sees their sin. But when a person accepts Jesus Christ and trusts Him to forgive all their sins, then God sees that person as acceptable in His sight. Where do you stand with God today? If you have not already put your faith in Jesus, why not do so right now? This free gift brings forgiveness of all our sins, friendship with the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—the God who sent Messiah Jesus—and daily friendship with God's Son, Jesus Christ. Now that is a double blessing!

Be encouraged. God has His eye on you. If you know Him, then rejoice. If you do not know Him, then be happy that He loves you, wants to forgive you for all your sins, and give you a new life. Jesus is speaking to you when he says in Matthew 4:17: ... “Repent! For the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.”

Let's follow Jesus today!

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