The sermon emphasizes that deception attacks not just our beliefs but our identity. What lies about your identity have you believed, and how does the truth that you are from God counter those lies?
Weekly Reflection
Five questions for prayer, conversation, and discernment.
Week of July 6th, 2026
This week's reflection: Use these questions to reflect on truth, identity, the Spirit, and discernment as you walk with Jesus throughout the week.
How does the command to test every spirit apply to the podcasts you listen to, the social media you consume, and the conversations you have with friends and coworkers?
In what ways have you witnessed or experienced the Holy Spirit creating resilient community unity that goes beyond temporary emotional experiences like a stadium sing-along?
The primary test for discerning spirits is whether they confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh. Why is the historical, physical reality of Jesus so central to authentic Christian faith and practice?
When you feel exhausted by the constant need to interpret information and navigate a divided world, how can remembering that He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world bring you peace and clarity?
Carry it into the week
Ask the Holy Spirit to help you discern what is true, remember who you are in Christ, and walk with Jesus in the ordinary moments of your week.