“Because they lead my people astray, saying, ‘Peace’ when there is no peace, and because, when a flimsy wall is built, they cover it with whitewash, therefore tell those who cover it with whitewash that it is going to fall.” Ezekiel 13:10-11
God brought up the subject of “speaking parenthetically” to me today.
Speaking parenthetically is adding a footnote or interpretation related to a subject. This practice can be constructive or derail you from the truths of God.
Another consequence of speaking parenthetically is adding insult to injury. You injure someone with inerrant teaching and then insult them with flattery.
Many of the parenthetical insights from those who teach the Word come from commentaries. This can easily lead you astray.
The source of insight to understanding God is very important. Is it from the Holy Spirit, a scholarly approach, or a religious view of God?
As a believer, ask the Holy Spirit to bring illumination to the Word of God. He is your teacher and final authority on the Word of God.
The corruption in Christianity has been caused by the whitewashing of the truths of God.
The trend is to attempt to make God comfortable and lenient to all believers.
The leaders in the Body of Christ tend to sugar coat the truths of God to attract or retain followers.
God never changes and He will never compromise His word.
Do not accept those who attempt to patronize you with false teaching.
Walk with God by faith anchored to the Holy Spirit.
The prophetic voice of God confirms the accuracy and intent of the teachings of Jesus.
Hal Hollister Ministry 