Pastor Daniel Batarseh outlines how to live a 'deceit-proof' life in an age of increasing misinformation. By examining the examples of Jesus and Joshua, he provides three biblical pillars for maintaining spiritual discernment.

• 1Deception is often accepted not because of a lack of information, but because of a refusal to love and submit to the truth.
• 2Satan frequently uses gifted, intelligent, and seemingly sincere people to deliver deceptive messages.
• 3Physical senses and 'peaceful' feelings are unreliable guides; every major decision must be brought before God for counsel.
• 4Biblical spirituality requires active intellectual engagement and the rigorous testing of all spiritual claims against Scripture.

Practical ways to apply this message to your life.

• Audit your personal theology to ensure you aren't prioritizing tradition or comfort over the clear teaching of the Bible.
• Practice a 'pause and pray' discipline for major life decisions, specifically asking God to reveal any hidden deception.
• When presented with a 'word from the Lord' or a new teaching, ask probing questions and compare it with the whole counsel of Scripture.
• Commit to studying the parts of the Bible that challenge you, rather than only focusing on passages that make you feel comfortable.

• Thank God for His Word and the truths revealed in this message.
• Pray for understanding and wisdom to apply what you've learned.
• Ask the Holy Spirit to help you live out these truths in your daily life.
• Pray for others who heard this message, that they too would be transformed.