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Why Your Lifetime Commitment Should Be God’s Secure Word

Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty-Nine

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Why Your Lifetime Commitment Should Be God’s Secure Word

In a culture filled with confusion, deception, and competing voices, the Book of Jude delivers a sobering warning that believers cannot afford to ignore. Jude 12–16 exposes the dangerous nature of false teachers—hidden reefs beneath calm waters, shepherds feeding themselves, and wandering stars destined for darkness. In this Light on Life teaching, we confront the spiritual instability of our age and call believers back to one unshakable anchor: God’s secure Word. When emotions lie, culture shifts, and voices multiply, Scripture alone tells us where we are, where we’re going, and how to land safely. That’s why Jude is intense—because God is intense about protecting His people from spiritual disaster. Why Your Lifetime Commitment Should Be God’s Secure Word, that’s our focus on this week’s Light on Life.

This Week: Why spiritual survival depends on a lifetime commitment to God’s secure Word.

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How To Spot Rogue Teachers Threatening The Faith Of Believers

Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty-Six

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In today’s world, some so-called spiritual leaders make bold claims, but behind those claims often lies a dangerous deception. Jude’s warning about false teachers is just as relevant now as it was in the first century. These individuals speak against what they don’t understand, rely on their own instincts instead of truth, and follow the destructive path of Cain. Jude pulls back the veil on their arrogance, ignorance, and harmful influence—not to scare believers, but to strengthen them. In this episode, we’ll dive into how these behaviors manifest, why they’re so dangerous, and how we can stay anchored in truth when deception is disguised as spirituality. This week on Light on Life, we focus on How to Spot Rogue Teachers Who Threaten the Faith of Believers.

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Seven Sins Of The Seriously Deceptive Soul

Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty-Three

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Seven Sins Of The Seriously Deceptive Soul

Deception isn’t new — it’s been trying to slither its way into God’s people since the first century. Jude warns us that certain people “crept in unnoticed,” slipping into the church wearing masks of godliness while spreading ideas that distort truth, dismiss authority, and deny Jesus Himself. Their tactics haven’t changed. Today, deception still operates quietly, subtly, and devilishly — targeting believers who aren’t watching. In this episode, we unpack the seven traits of deceptive people so you can recognize the mask, spot the fruit, and stand unshaken in a world invaded by spiritual counterfeits. That’s why we are going to talk today on the subject: Seven Sins Of The Seriously Deceptive Soul — all on this week’s Light on Life.

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Why Contending for the Faith Is for Genuine Believers

Podcast: Light on Life Season 12 Episode Forty-Two

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Why Contending for the Faith Is for Genuine Believers

We’re living in a time when truth is questioned, convictions are mocked, and following Jesus often means swimming against the current. Yet this is exactly what genuine believers are called to do—to stand firm and contend for the faith. Authentic believers aren’t spectators in the fight for truth; they’re servants—called, kept, and empowered by Jesus. You don’t need to shout to make a difference, but you do need to stand when others bow. God is calling His people to live with courage, stay grounded in His Word, and hold fast to what’s right even when culture pushes hard in the opposite direction. Why Contending for the Faith Is for Genuine Believers, that’s our focus on this week’s Light on Life.

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Why You Need To Beware Of Counterfeit Christians

Podcast: Light on Life Season 12 Episode Forty-One

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Why You Need To Beware Of Counterfeit Christians

In 2 Timothy 3:1–5, Paul warned that the last days would be filled with difficult people who appear godly but lack true spiritual power. These counterfeit Christians wear a mask of devotion yet deny the transforming work of the Holy Spirit. In this Light on Life teaching, Emery Horvath exposes what it means to have “a form of godliness,” why it’s dangerous, and how genuine believers can stay real, rooted, and full of God’s power in an age of deception. Why You Need To Beware Of Counterfeit Christians, that’s our focus on this week’s Light on Life.

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Why Growth Is a God Thing You Should Engage

Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Thirty-Six

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Why Growth Is a God Thing You Should Engage

What is growing in God? What does it mean to grow in God? “The Bible tells us in 1 Corinthians 3 that God is our partner in growth. That means only one thing: growth is a God idea. Consider it like a caterpillar becoming a butterfly. At first, it seems insignificant, but then it undergoes a remarkable transformation, reaching new heights! This change isn’t easy. The caterpillar struggles to break free within its cocoon. If someone intervened too soon, it wouldn’t develop the strength to fly. Our journey with God is similar; we might begin humbly, like a caterpillar, but through faith and patience, we can become vibrant beings, soaring on the wings of His purpose! When you connect with God, growth happens. It’s a wonderfully encouraging prospect for believers. Don’t you think? In today’s podcast, we’ll explore our growth in God, focusing on Why Growth Is a God Thing You Should Engage, all on this week’s Light On Life.”

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