Why Did Jesus Warn Us About Balaam? (part 2)

In part 1, we looked at the error of Balaam — which appears to be willingness to do wrong for financial gain. Now let's look at the doctrine of Balaam. As you remember from part 1, King Balak of Moab sends messengers to Balaam offering money if he will just come and curse Israel. God tells Balaam not to… Continue reading Why Did Jesus Warn Us About Balaam? (part 2)

Why Did Jesus Warn Us About Balaam? (part 1)

What would it be like for Jesus to suddenly appear to us in an open vision? That’s what happened to John in the book of Revelation. Jesus appeared to him with a message for the seven churches and a warning for us about the doctrine of Balaam. (Revelation 2:14) Out of all the Old Testament characters,… Continue reading Why Did Jesus Warn Us About Balaam? (part 1)