The assault on God’s word begins with the question, “Did God really say?” This question is inferred whenever someone questions what the Bible teaches, so you must be alert and prepared.

There has been an ongoing attack on God’s Word since the Garden of Eden. In one form or another, the assault always begins with a challenge: “Did God really say?” Satan asked Eve this question so he could tempt her to doubt God’s Word. Sadly, he was successful because Eve chose to believe the serpent’s lies instead of the clear command of God.

Moreover, Satan whispers, “Did God really say,” into our thoughts, hoping to cast doubt on the goodness of God and the reliability of His Word, the Bible. Because then, those who believe Satan are deceived and act accordingly.

The 2015 Supreme Court’s ruling to legalize gay marriage has already affected the church. Therefore, you must know what you believe and why because godly choices must be made. You will either stand firm on the truth of God’s Word or choose to fit in with the popular thinking of our day. I pray that you will be one who remains faithful by the grace of God.

Can you Discern the Lie from the Truth?

Satan’s deceptive lie.

Now, the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?” …“You will not surely die.” the serpent said to the woman. Genesis 3:1, 4

This is what God actually said.

And the Lord God commanded the man, “You are free to eat from any tree in the garden, but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat of it, you will surely die.” Genesis 2:15-17

Notice how Satan deceived Eve by twisting God’s Words, subtly calling God a liar. And sadly, as soon as Satan caused her to doubt God, he won. So, be alert to the schemes of the devil because the Bible, especially the Old Testament, can make God look unmerciful and unloving to those without understanding.

Therefore, watch out for those who try to make what God clearly says more acceptable. What arrogance it is to think creatures know more than their Creator. No wonder Satan was hurled out of heaven for trying to take the place of God!

Apostate Churches Declare, Did God Really Say?

Do not add to what I command you and do not subtract from it, but keep the commands of the Lord your God that I give you. Deuteronomy 4:2

I know a church that has recently struggled with “Did God really say.” At one time, it had the reputation of preaching God’s Word. But recently, this church sent a letter informing its members that they will now perform gay weddings!

This church then abruptly announced that going forward, it would adhere only to the Apostles Creed to promote unity. Oh, the irony! Now, many heartbroken people feel compelled to leave because the Pastor and the remaining leader’s minds are made up. It must be noted that, unlike the Word of God, no biblical practice is outlined in the Apostles Creed, nor is there any description of sin. How convenient!

Furthermore, these church leaders also brought in social science sources to explain away the plain teaching of Scripture. Of course, this caused further confusion and cast doubt on God’s Word as reliable for faith and practice. So, it is no wonder this church is now having trouble rewriting its marriage ceremony. Indeed, it is a dilemma to know what to do with passages of Scripture that say that marriage is like Christ, who is the bridegroom, and the church is His bride.

Any church that picks and chooses which parts of Scripture to adhere to in the name of love has exchanged the truth of God for a lie. And to lie is not loving. So now, instead of unity, this church is divided between those who believe what God clearly says in the Bible and those who do not. Indeed, there is no love without the truth.

Believers Must Know What God Says

The bride of Christ, the church, takes a direct hit from the evil one when its leaders compromise the Word of God. Therefore, I encourage you to know beforehand how your church plans to handle the issue of gay marriage.

God’s Word warns us.

For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears, they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions. They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. 2 Timothy 4:3-4

When we don’t know God’s Word, or we are selective about it, we make God in our image. Of course, this “make-believe God” is all about love and never the truth because the truth talks about sin and the will of God. Beware then, because if there is no sin, there is no judgment, so Jesus died an unnecessary death.

Jesus warned believers.

“Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly, they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit, you will recognize them.” Matthew 7:15-16

God describes Himself as both truth and love, so when anyone emphasizes one and not the other, they misrepresent the character of God. Knowing God’s Word will give you discernment about false teachers.

What God Says about Marriage

God created the institution of marriage and designed heterosexual monogamy as His plan. Furthermore, in Ephesians, the union of husband and wife is called a profound mystery compared to Christ and the church. The Word of God reveals the will of God, so ask Him for boldness to stand firm by faith in what God clearly declares.

Jesus said: “Haven’t you read,” He replied, “that at the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female’, and said, ‘For this reason, a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh’? So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore, what God has joined together, let no one separate.” Matthew 19:4-6

God perfectly balances both truth and love without compromising either. Likewise, when we walk by faith and rely on the Holy Spirit, we too can speak the truth in love under the authority of God Himself and the truth of His Word. One truth is clear: No church or believer should ever bless what God clearly does not.  

And clearly, it is undeniable that there is no affirmation in Scripture for homosexual unions. So, does this mean that homosexual sin is worse than my sin or your sin? Absolutely not! To condone any sin is not what the Bible teaches. Instead, love that person enough to share the gospel of Jesus Christ so they can choose life.

For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23

God Says He Really Loves You

You see, at just the right time when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:6-8

Jesus loved you so much that He willingly took the punishment you deserved for your sins. He shed His blood on the cross, was buried, and rose again on the third day. All who believe in Jesus Christ have peace with God and eternal life.

Jesus said to the woman caught in adultery: “Go now and leave your life of sin.” John 8:11

God knows we cannot overcome sin by human effort, so Jesus gives the Holy Spirit to dwell in those who believe in Him. Then, they will have the power to overcome sin.

Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. 1 Timothy 1:15

All sin is against a Holy God. If you believe this, will you receive Jesus Christ, who came to forgive your sins so you can have peace with God? First, admit to God that you have sinned against Him and that you believe in Jesus’ death and resurrection for the forgiveness of your sins. Then, ask Jesus into your heart to be your Savior and Lord, and He will send the Holy Spirit to live in you.

God’s Commandments are What God Said

The law is holy, and the commandment is holy, righteous, and good. Romans 7:12

God’s commandments are holy, expressing our Creator’s character and perfect will for people. Moreover, as Adam and Eve discovered in the Garden of Eden, God’s commandments are meant for our good, to protect us against actions and attitudes that will harm us.

God’s laws also point out mankind’s sin against a holy God so they may repent and have peace with God through Jesus Christ, who came to save us from our sins.

What shall we say, then? Is the law sin? Certainly not! Indeed, I would not have known what sin was except through the law. For I would not have known what coveting really was if the law had not said, “Do not covet.” Romans 7:7

Both the Old and the New Testaments are the inspired and written revelation of God Himself, who tells us He never changes. Yet, too many people want to judge the Bible instead of letting the Bible judge them. They ignorantly quote Old Testament laws to explain away the issues of our day, or they select verses out of context to cast doubt on God and His Word. They are the ones who craftily ask, “Did God really say?”

Although many laws we read about in the Old Testament were directed specifically to the Jewish nation, the truth or principle behind these laws is timeless. Moreover, God’s laws point to Christ, who fulfilled them all by His death and resurrection. Jesus did not come to abolish the law but to fulfill the law.

Christ is the end of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes. Romans 10:4

The Old Testament Laws of God Explained

It is important to understand the laws of the Old Testament that Satan twists to sow confusion.

The ceremonial law was specifically directed to Israel’s worship and taught the Jewish nation to love and worship a holy God. But after Jesus’ death and resurrection, the ceremonial laws written for the Jews were no longer necessary. However, we still learn from the principles behind these laws as they continue to teach us about the holiness of God.

The civil law was applied to daily living in Israel, so they are not to be followed to the letter. But again, the principles behind the commands are timeless because we learn about God’s clear standards for living a holy life that is pleasing to Him.

The moral law, such as the Ten Commandments, is the direct command of God that teaches us to love God and our neighbor. The moral law still applies to our lives today because Jesus continued this teaching when He said the first and greatest commandment is to love the Lord your God with all your heart and your neighbor as yourself. When you love God, you will want to obey him.

Just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith.” Romans 1:17

Moving forward, you are equipped and empowered by your faith in Jesus Christ and your belief in the Word of God to confidently answer anyone who says, “Did God really say?” Indeed, God really said that!

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Week 1: Genesis 1:27-28; 2:15-17, 20-25; 3:1-13 Exodus 20:1-21; Leviticus 18:22; Deuteronomy 4:1-2; Psalm 119:133; Proverbs 8:13

Week 2: Matthew 5:10-12, 17-20; 7:15-16; 19:4-6; 22:36-40; John 1:14; 3:16-18; 4:24; 8:11; 14:6-7; Romans 1:16-32;3:23; 5:6-8; 6:1-2, 9-14, 23; 7:7-12; 8:1-14; 10:4; 13:8-10; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11; 7:2

Week 3: 2 Corinthians 5:15, 21;11:3-4, 13-15; Galatians 5:4, 16-26; Ephesians 5:25-33; 6:10-18; 1 Timothy 1:8-11; 2 Timothy 3:12, 16-17; 4:3-4

Week 4: James 4:4; 2 Peter 2:1-3; 1 John 1:7-10; 2:1-6, 15-17; 3:4-10; 4:1-6; 2 John:9-11; Jude 5-7, Revelation 19:6-7; 22:18-21