Deception means to con through dishonest means, cheat or trick others or simply commit fraud, a ruse or sham. Every election season voters are deceived by politicians who say whatever you want to hear only to return to who they really are after being elected. Therefore, as you watch the first presidential debate tonight, don’t be mislead by their words, test everything they say to make sure it fits with their own voting record.
In the Mel Gibson movie The Passion of the Christ, Jesus is almost bitten by a snake while praying in the garden before being betrayed by Judas. This scene takes place under a tree similar to the picture above, symbolic of the prophecy in Genesis 3:15. According to 2 Corinthians 11:14, Satan has the power to imitate angelic acts. Satan’s ultimate goal is a create a false impression of reality, like many of the answers you will hear tonight.
Trust and stupidity are not that far from one another. Unfortunately, we often blindly trust candidates, believing whatever they say to be true. Or we rely on family, friends or co-workers to shape who we vote for without doing any homework or research for ourselves. Thus, don’t turn a blind eye tonight to the words that are spoken, especially from the commentators who will steer you toward their candidate. Follow the 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22 principle so that on election day you will have a clear conscience as you cast your vote. America’s future is depending upon your due diligence!
by Jay Mankus
