Lies That Make Sin Look Good

Send us a note!Sin doesn’t usually announce itself as destruction. It shows up polished, persuasive, and “normal” enough to pull us off the narrow road one small yes at a time. Pastor Carl continues a verse-by-verse walk through Isaiah 30 and confronts the cultural lies that make rebellion look harmless while it quietly steals courage, peace, and clarity.We talk about what pride does to a soul and to a community: confidence evaporates, fear takes over, and we end up with little to show for the path we chose. But Isaiah’s warning is also a window into God’s character. The Lord waits to be gracious, and He speaks ahead of time so we can turn back before consequences harden. That patience is not weakness. It is mercy with purpose.One of the most hopeful moments is the link between justice and forgiveness. God is the Judge, yet He offers grace without excusing evil because Jesus pays the cost at the cross. From there, the message gets intensely practical: what “waiting on the Lord” actually means, how the Holy Spirit teaches and guides, and why spiritual growth includes learning to say “get away” to the idols and inputs that defile us.If you’re looking for Bible teaching, Christian discipleship, and a clear call to resist temptation and trust God’s Word, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find Come On Up.What makes a Calvary Chapel a Calvary Chapel. Join Pastor Carl as he goes through one of the Calvary Chapel Distinctives on The Mountain Cross Minute. The 20th anniversary of Facing the Giants, Monday September 14 - 6:30PM at the Smoky Mountain Cinema in Waynesville.Come On Up is the radio ministry of The Mountain Cross in Waynesville North Carolina. To learn more about us please visit: TheMountainCross.com.