The apostle Peter warned us long ago about false teachers who would secretly bring destructive heresies into the church, exploiting believers with deceptive words (2 Peter 2:1-3). Sadly, we see this happening today among some who claim to hold the "perfect" truth—particularly those who insist on Perfect TR and the KJV-only doctrine, elevate personal opinions above Christian unity, and some even take fellow believers to court over these disputes.
Peter reminds us that such teachers follow the way of Balaam, who loved gain from wrongdoing (2 Peter 2:15). When people demand rigid adherence to a single Bible translation—rejecting all others as "corrupt"—they create unnecessary division, setting themselves up as the sole arbiters of truth. But the Holy Spirit has preserved God’s Word through many faithful translations, and no single version has a monopoly on truth.
Worse still, when Christians sue one another in civil courts (1 Corinthians 6:1-8), they betray the love and patience we are called to have. Legal battles between believers dishonor Christ and scatter the flock rather than unite it.
Let us not be led astray by those who twist Scripture for personal pride, control, or financial gain. Instead, let us stand firm in love, seeking unity in the essentials of the faith while extending grace in secondary matters. True faith is marked by humility, love for one another, and devotion to Christ—not by quarrels over translations or lawsuits against fellow believers.
May we heed Peter’s warning and cling to the true Shepherd, who calls us to walk in truth and love. Let us build up the church, not tear it down.
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