How Deception Begins: Biblical Warning Signs of Spiritual Drift

How does spiritual deception usually begin? Most believers do not drift from the truth overnight. Deception rarely begins loudly—it often starts quietly through neglect of God's Word, unchecked desires, subtle distortions of truth, and untested influences. Key Texts: Genesis 3:1–6; James 1:14–16; Galatians 1:6 In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains the earliest warning signs of deception and how believers can guard their hearts through Scripture, biblical discernment, and faithful accountability in the local church. Scripture shows that deception often begins with small compromises that gradually pull a person away from the truth if they are not confronted early. This episode encourages Christians to remain anchored in God's Word, test teaching carefully, and pursue discernment within the life of the church. For more episodes of Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/