In the biblical context, the concept of false security, particularly as it pertains to trusting in lies, is a recurring theme that warns against placing confidence in anything other than God and His truth. The Scriptures consistently highlight the futility and danger of relying on deceitful assurances, whether they come from false prophets, idolatrous practices, or self-deception.

False Prophets and Deceptive Messages

The Bible frequently addresses the issue of false prophets who lead people astray with deceptive messages. In Jeremiah 7:8, the prophet warns, "But look, you keep trusting in deceptive words to no avail." This passage underscores the peril of placing trust in words that promise peace and security but are ultimately empty and misleading. Similarly, in Jeremiah 23:16, the Lord cautions, "Do not listen to the words of the prophets who prophesy to you. They are filling you with false hopes. They speak visions from their own minds, not from the mouth of the LORD."

Idolatry and False Assurance

Idolatry is another form of false security condemned in the Bible. Trusting in idols, which are the work of human hands, is depicted as a futile endeavor. Isaiah 44:20 illustrates this by stating, "He feeds on ashes. A deluded heart has led him astray, and he cannot deliver himself, nor say, 'Is there not a lie in my right hand?'" This verse highlights the self-deception involved in idol worship, where individuals place their trust in lifeless objects rather than the living God.

Self-Deception and False Confidence

The Bible also addresses the issue of self-deception, where individuals place false confidence in their own understanding or righteousness. Proverbs 28:26 warns, "He who trusts in himself is a fool, but one who walks in wisdom will be safe." This proverb emphasizes the folly of relying on one's own judgment rather than seeking divine wisdom and guidance.

Consequences of Trusting in Lies

The consequences of trusting in lies are severe and often lead to destruction. In Ezekiel 13:10, the Lord speaks against the false prophets who "lead My people astray, saying, 'Peace,' when there is no peace." The false sense of security they provide results in the people building a "flimsy wall" that ultimately collapses. This imagery serves as a powerful reminder of the instability and danger inherent in relying on falsehoods.

Call to Trust in God

Throughout Scripture, the call is clear: trust in the Lord and His truth. Psalm 118:8-9 declares, "It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man. It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes." This passage encourages believers to place their confidence in God, who is faithful and true, rather than in human leaders or deceptive assurances.

In summary, the Bible consistently warns against the false security that comes from trusting in lies. Whether through false prophets, idolatry, or self-deception, such trust leads to instability and ruin. Believers are called to place their trust in God alone, who is the ultimate source of truth and security.Isaiah 28:15
Because you have said, We have made a covenant with death, and with hell are we at agreement; when the overflowing whip shall pass through, it shall not come to us: for we have made lies our refuge, and under falsehood have we hid ourselves:
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Revelation 3:17
Because you say, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing; and know not that you are wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked:
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For Godly Sorrow Worketh Repentance to Salvation, not to be ...
... rectifying the wrong you have done, as far as in you lies, you have ... 7. It leads to
false security. ... sorrow he has had to be true repentance, and he trusts to it ...
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Our Stronghold
... were the blood of Christ if God were false; if after ... even the blood of Christ would
afford us no security. ... If everyone that trusts in Christ be not saved then ...
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The Heath in the Desert and the Tree by the River
... we shall draw our inspiration, our confidence, our security. ... there before his face,
because the false direction of ... fears let him trust; he that trusts let him ...
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Against Rash and Vain Swearing.
... be firmly engaged to perform the trusts reposed in ... public; depriving princes of their
best security, exposing the ... For "false swearing," as the Hebrew wise man ...
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Spiritualism.
... an appearance of reliability; and their false teachings are ... His people, than leave
one soul that trusts in Him ... are fast being lulled to a fatal security, to be ...
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Can Our Dead Speak to Us?
... an appearance of reliability; and their false teachings are ... His people than leave
one soul that trusts in Him ... are fast being lulled to a fatal security, to be ...
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Of the Nature of Regeneration, with Respect to the Change it ...
... For he now hates every false way; (Psal. ... the supply of all his necessities; and that
firm security which is ... to be led by his heavenly Father, and trusts in his ...
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Christian Devotedness, Etc.
... however, pronounces the opinion to be false; and were a ... He knows that the best security
for all spiritual ... freely received, he freely gives; and trusts for the ...
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Joseph's Faith
... He trusts in God, he expects a future because God ... sometimes been to protest against
a false asceticism, and ... society and the stability and the security of the ...
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Treatise on the Priesthood. Book iv.
... when he afterwards abused both these trusts, betraying Him ... to the election deceived
by a false report ... to scorn the besiegers, abiding in great security; but if ...
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