Don't be Deceived - Andrew Bolkcom

About this episode

Andrew Bolkcom addresses misconceptions about God's character during trials and counters common lies with the truth of God's goodness.

In this message, Andrew addresses the warning from James chapter one: do not be deceived about God's character in the midst of trials. He outlines two common lies people often believe—that trials are actually temptations sent directly from God, and that giving into sin will ultimately lead to lasting happiness and life. The speaker counters these deceptions with the truth of God’s unchanging goodness, pointing to the primary display of that goodness in the new life offered to believers through Jesus Christ. Subscribe to AfterWords on Apple Podcasts , Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts . Download a copy of the Exodus Journal Visit us online: rivchurch.com Follow us on Instagram Send us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com Subscribe to AfterWords on Apple Podcasts , Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts . Visit us online: rivchurch.com Follow us on Instagram Send us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com

People in this episode

Guest: Andrew Bolkcom

Topics covered

• God's character
• trials
• temptations
• sin
• happiness
• truth
• new life

Keywords

• deception
• trials
• God's goodness
• sin
• happiness
• Christianity
• faith

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Organizations: Riverview Church, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Instagram

Books & works: James, Exodus Journal

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