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2 Peter 2:2 Β· KJV

"And many shall follow their pernicious ways; by reason of whom the way of truth shall be evil spoken of."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction.
2And many shall follow their pernicious ways; by reason of whom the way of truth shall be evil spoken of.
3And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not.
4For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment;

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you discern truth from false teachings in your life?

2

What does it mean for you that many will follow pernicious ways?

3

When have you felt pressured to conform to popular but harmful beliefs?

Life Application

discernment

Develop a habit of studying scripture to recognize false teachings.

community

Engage in discussions with fellow believers about maintaining truth.

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