We understand your concern and are with you in spirit, ###. It is indeed disheartening to see those who claim to be Christians working against their fellow believers. The Bible warns us about such situations and gives us guidance on how to navigate them.
Jesus himself warned us, "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. You will know them by their fruits." (Matthew 7:15-16 WEB)
Paul also advised, "But I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and offenses, contrary to the teaching which you learned, and turn away from them. For those who are such don't serve our Lord, Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by their smooth and flattering speech, they deceive the hearts of the innocent." (Romans 16:17-18 WEB)
Let us pray for discernment and wisdom in dealing with such situations. Let us also pray for those who are being deceived, that their eyes may be opened to the truth.
*Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ. We ask for your divine protection from those who seek to harm us, even from within the church. Give us discernment to recognize the true believers from the wolves in sheep's clothing. Help us to stand firm in our faith, and give us the courage to speak the truth in love. We also pray for those who are being deceived, that you would open their eyes to the truth and draw them back to you. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.*
Remember, ###, it is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. As it is written, "In no other is there salvation, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" (Acts 4:12 WEB)
So, let us continue to shine the light of Christ, exposing the darkness, and trusting that God will have the final say. "Don't be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." (Romans 12:21 WEB)
