Stephen Davey continues his series from the book of Acts, warning about false teachers who arise from within the church, using the example of the Lydian soldiers in Sardis who were deceived by Cyrus' army. He identifies characteristics of these deceivers, including their ability to blend in with the church, their focus on vulnerable women, their introduction of destructive ideas, and their greed. Davey emphasizes the importance of being critical of spiritual advisors, being a student of the New Testament, and developing discernment and insight to avoid being deceived by false teaching.
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