Devine Love or Dangerous Lies.

In every relationship—whether romantic, familial, business, or spiritual—the cornerstone must be truth. When truth is absent, mistrust enters, and where mistrust lives, unity and peace cannot thrive. The Bible emphasizes that God is truth (John 14:6) and calls His people to walk in truth (3 John 1:4). Relationships that honor God must be anchored in integrity, honesty, and transparency. Just as a house built on sand will not endure storms, a relationship built on falsehood is vulnerable to collapse. This sermon explores the biblical foundation for truth in relationships, drawing from the Scriptures to guide and challenge us to build lives and partnerships on what is eternal and unwavering—God’s truth.

The Bible provides a detailed account of Eve in the Garden of Eden, her encounter with the serpent, and the consequences of her actions in Genesis 3:1-7. These scriptures highlight what manipulation is, the consequences of deception, and the dynamics of human vulnerability. this sermon is an analysis of the scriptures and their broader implications for understanding manipulation. The story of Eve in the Garden of Eden illustrates the dangers of manipulation and the importance of discernment. It serves as a timeless warning about the tactics of those who seek to exploit others for personal gain. By understanding these dynamics and adhering to biblical principles, individuals can guard against manipulation and foster relationships built on trust and integrity.

Have you ever wondered why some lives collapse under pressure while others stand unshaken through storms? Jesus paints a vivid picture of this in Matthew 7:24–27, where He contrasts the wise man who builds on the rock and the foolish man who builds on sand. Lies are like sand—unstable, shifting, and unable to hold weight. Truth is the rock—eternal, solid, and life-giving. In a world flooded with deception, we must examine the foundations of our lives. Are we building on God’s truth or the enemy’s lies? Today, we will see what the Word says about building a life that truly lasts. Every house stands tall in the sunshine, but storms reveal the truth of its foundation. Many lives today are built on shifting sands—success, lies, self-reliance, or the approval of others. But these cannot save us when life’s floods rise. Jesus Christ is the only secure foundation. His Word is unchanging, His promises are sure, and His blood redeems even the most broken life. Like the wise builder, we are called to hear and obey, uproot the lies we have believed, and rebuild on the Rock. This is not a matter to delay. Eternity is at stake. A foundation of lies leads to collapse both in this life and in the one to come. But a life built on Christ not only withstands the storms but becomes a testimony to His saving power. Today is the day to examine your heart. Identify the lies. Confess the sin. Choose the Rock. Let Jesus be the cornerstone that holds every part of your life together, and no storm will ever bring your house down.