“God Will Not Be Mocked”
The Apostle Paul’s letter to the Galatians warns believers and non-believers alike that while they may deceive others (including themselves), they cannot deceive God regarding their true motives and actions. Throughout scripture, followers of God are warned about falling prey to false teachers. These influencers are described as wolves in sheep clothing.
No one wakes up in the morning with a desire to become an alcoholic, drug addict, or child molester. No one falls into deep sin overnight. It’s an inch by inch, then step by step process. Many times, you’ve read from my blog about the dangers of sin. Sin always takes you further than you intended to go, it keeps you longer than you intended to stay, and it ALWAYS costs you more than you expected to pay!
Satan is a liar and deceiver. We read in 2 Corinthians 11:14, “And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light” (ESV). This passage warns that evil often appears righteous or beneficial to deceive believers, mimicking goodness, truth, and love.
Paul writes, “Be not deceived; God is not mocked; for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap” (Galatians 6:7). This statement isn’t a possibility or maybe, it’s depth and sincerity is a definite warning that no one has ever or will ever fool God. Nor will they escape the consequences of their actions, as they will inevitably harvest what they plant.
“Those who live to satisfy their sinful nature will reap destruction, while those who live by the Spirit will reap eternal life” (Galatians 6:8). Here you find the remedy for sin – true, heartfelt repentance. It’s never too late to seek God’s forgiveness. The devil is lying when telling you that you’ve gone too far, you aren’t good enough, or that God made you the way you are and there’s no way out.
God spoke the world into existence; he holds the universe in place and provides the oxygen for your next breath. He came to seek and to save you, not destroy you. He can forgive and transform your life. All He needs is your surrender.
Pastor Carnes
