Do you correct lies?
He who has ears to hear, let him hear what the Holy Spirit says to the church
Associate Pastor Mireya San
Do you correct lies?
Not correcting lies means remaining in the place of defeat. Lies are the language of the devil; they are his primary tool to deceive (John 8:44). When you accept or justify them, you place yourself under a system of confusion that blinds understanding and activates unbelief (2 Corinthians 4:4).
Deception does not seem dangerous at first. It disguises itself as convenience, as an excuse, as “it’s not that serious.” But little by little it entangles the mind, creates internal conflict, and leads to wrong decisions. In extreme cases, sustained lies can lead to destructive thoughts, because darkness always seeks more darkness.
Lies darken reality
God cannot be mocked (Galatians 6:7). Speaking lies goes against His nature, because God is truth (John 14:6). Lies darken reality and block the light that brings blessing.
Living deceived is a constant battle. There may be an appearance of peace, but inside there is instability, fear, and conflict.
Not turning away from lies brings continuous ruin. It is like building a castle that will inevitably collapse.
Correcting lies requires courage
Correcting lies is not only about stopping lying; it is also about not justifying or supporting them, no matter who speaks them. You cannot go against what you know is true. You are called to rebuke with wisdom and to uphold the truth.
“And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”
(John 8:32)
Truth sets free. Lies enslave.
Lies affect the family
If you do not stop a lifestyle based on deception, your family will end up walking in the same pattern. Values deteriorate, respect for God weakens, and integrity is lost.
Family and Church—what is really being practiced?
Christ is coming soon. There is no time to remain the same.
Listen to counsel and change
Wisdom begins when you pay attention to God’s counsel (Proverbs 19:20–21). The foolish see evil and continue; the prudent detect it and change (Proverbs 22:3).
God still extends mercy:
“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive.”
(1 John 1:9)
Confess. Repent. Correct. Return.
Conclusion
Lies promise protection but deliver destruction.
Truth confronts, but brings freedom.
Christ is coming soon.
It is time to live in the light.
“Pay attention, and may God give you understanding in everything.”
(2 Timothy 2:7)