Romans 15:13
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.
Unbiblical doctrines are teachings that veer off the pathway
of the Holy Scripture or interpret it in a distorted manner, causing spiritual
harm and emotional distress. They are not the genuine reflection of God's
message of love and redemption. Yet, they have found a place in some corners of
our faith, causing confusion, pain, and lasting trauma.
Remember, dear ones, our faith is built upon the rock-solid
foundation of Biblical truth, characterised by God's enduring love, His
infinite mercy, and His divine justice. Any doctrine that strays from these
principles is not of God. When we encounter such teachings, it can lead to
confusion, doubt, and even spiritual trauma. But remember this, God is not the
author of confusion but of peace. (1 Corinthians 14:33)
When we feel they have led astray us, it is important to
know that God's grace is sufficient for us, for His power is perfected in
weakness. (2 Corinthians 12:9) He is our refuge and our strength, a very
present help in times of trouble. (Psalm 46:1) He is on our side, eager to
guide us back to His truth and heal the wounds that unbiblical doctrines may
have caused.
Healing begins when we turn to the Bible, the source of all
truth and wisdom. It is in the comforting words of Scripture that we find our
relief. It is in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ that we find
our redemption, our peace, and our healing.
Consider it a call to arms, not with weapons of this world,
but with the weapon of God's Word. Immerse yourself in Scripture, for it is the
sword of the Spirit. Equip yourself with prayer, for it is our line of
communication with Heaven. Surround yourself with a community of believers who
are grounded in Biblical truth, for it is in fellowship that we find strength.
As we break free from the shackles of unbiblical doctrines,
we may experience a sense of loss, doubt, and confusion. But let us rejoice in
knowing that our God is close to the broken-hearted, and He saves those who are
crushed in spirit. (Psalm 34:18)
It is my prayer today that anyone bearing the scars from
unbiblical doctrine will find solace in the loving arms of the Lord. Our God is
a healer, a redeemer, and a restorer.
Remember, beloved, when we pass through the waters, He will
be with us; the rivers will not overwhelm us. When we walk through the fire, we
will not be burnt; the flames will not set us ablaze. For He is our Lord, our
God, the Holy One of Israel, our Saviour. (Isaiah 43:2-3)
May God's healing balm soothe every hurt and heal every
scar. May His truth guide us, His love envelop us, and His peace fill our
hearts.
May we continuously seek His face and find in Him our refuge
and redemption. I encourage you all, in the name of Our Saviour Jesus Christ,
to stand firm in the faith, resist unbiblical doctrines, and hold fast to the
Word of God.