This is such a powerful text. It opens up saying what kind of people to stay away from in the end times. People who are selfish, greedy, boast of themselves, proud, say that which is against scripture, don't listen to their parents, are not thankful for what they have, are unholy, have no love, are unforgiving, say mean things of others, have no self-control, cruel, don't like those who are nice, turn their backs on those they claimed loyalty to, stubborn, arrogant, crave and seek sex, and look like upstanding citizens that we can count on but are really not. It is hard to imagine someone with all of these qualities, but they are out there in one degree or another. These people are good at manipulating others and leading them astray for their own amusements.
People like this may seem knowledgeable, but they will never know and understand God. This is because they don't really want to. They are corrupt inside and try their best to prove that God doesn't exist. They are foolish and it will be evident in time.
This is a place where I am study God's Word for myself. I am a bit of a historian so also including some research into the culture of the times and people that I come across as I read the Bible will be here too. This is just a way for me to share what I learn with others as well as feel like I am being held accountable for keeping up with my devotions. I am lazy by nature and need that small check and balance.
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