Recognizing The Source Of Evil

But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived. But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. (2 Timothy 3:13-17)

Thought For Today:
Many people today are beginning to wonder where so much evil is coming from. Why does it seem to be present on every corner and even in many homes?
The answer is found in a truth that many have forgotten—or perhaps have never truly heard: God’s two greatest commandments are to love Him and to love our neighbor as ourselves.

What Happens When God’s Word Is Removed
Satan understands that when the commandments and teachings of God are removed from schools, homes, and hearts, evil gains room to grow. When God and His Word are removed from any place, love is removed with them.
And when love is removed, an environment is created where hatred and evil can take root.
But we must continue in the truth of God’s Word. Love covers sin, and God’s people are called to remain anchored in His love.

• Keep yourself in the love of God.
• Love His Word.
• Preach the gospel, because people still need deliverance from sin.

The gospel is built on love, and love remains the answer for a world in need of truth, deliverance, and hope.