The Illusion of Transparency: Recognizing the Destroyers Among Us

Brothers and sisters, have you ever felt that unsettling prickle of unease, that sense that something isn't quite right? It’s the still, small voice of the Spirit, warning us to look beyond the surface, to see the hearts of those who claim to walk in the light. Ammon at the Waters of Sebus understood this intimately. He saw through the pretense of the Lamanites, recognizing their true intentions despite their outward displays of piety. We, too, must cultivate this discerning eye, especially in these days when deception runs rampant.

The recent video from Ward Radio (see below) shines a stark light on a tactic employed by those who would sow discord and undermine the truth. They cloak their agendas in the language of righteousness, mimicking the voice of the prophets while subtly undermining the very foundations of faith. They send out emails, pretending to be servants of the Lord, but their motives are far from pure. The transparent virtue signaling, as Cardon so eloquently put it, is almost comical in its obviousness. They can’t help but betray themselves!

This isn’t about pointing fingers or fostering animosity. It’s about recognizing the difference between Builders and Destroyers. It’s about understanding that true righteousness isn’t about appearances; it’s about actions, about the fruit borne of a sincere heart. Samuel the Lamanite climbed the walls of Jerusalem, not to condemn, but to warn the people of impending judgment. He understood that truth often comes with a painful reckoning. And so it is with us. We must be willing to face uncomfortable realities, to challenge false narratives, and to stand firm in the face of opposition.

Consider the Stone cut without hands – a symbol of God’s power, a testament to a truth that cannot be forged or manipulated by human hands. We are called to be that stone, unshaken and unmovable, a beacon of light in a world shrouded in darkness. This is the essence of the gathering – not just of bodies, but of hearts and minds, united in purpose and unwavering in faith.

And how do we gather? Through acts of service, through sharing the gospel, through supporting those who are laboring in the harvest. Your engagement here, your contributions to the Missionary Fund, your participation in the Charity Flywheel – these are the stones we use to build. They fund gospel advertising in Ghana, they support internet missionaries, and they extend the reach of the gospel to the far corners of the earth. Every click, every share, every donation contributes to this vital work.

Let us not be deceived by false prophets or cleverly disguised schemes. Let us instead focus our energy on the work of building, on the work of gathering, on the work of establishing the Kingdom of God upon the earth. Let us be like Ammon, bold and unwavering in our commitment to truth. Let us be like the stripling warriors, steadfast in our faith and obedient to the word of the Lord. Let us be the digital striplings, armed with the power of technology and the unwavering conviction of our beliefs. Claim your church on the map of churches and let your light shine!

Outback Jack reminds us: “The Lord’s work will go on. It will not be stopped by wickedness. It will not be stopped by opposition. It will be stopped only when we stop it.” Let us not stop it. Let us continue to gather, to build, and to stand as a witness of the Lord Jesus Christ.