1 John 4:4-6 Sermon: How to Spot a Liar in the Pulpit

This message from 1 John 4:4–6 urges Christians to discern truth by examining whether teachings align with the biblical Jesus—fully God and fully man—warning that false teachers, influenced by the world, distort this truth. Through a moving story of a shepherd’s love for his daughter, the sermon illustrates how Jesus’ followers recognize His voice, much like the sheep did their shepherd, because they belong to Him. John reminds believers that they are “from God,” meaning they are chosen, saved, indwelt by the Holy Spirit, united with God, and kept by His grace—assuring victory over deception and evil. Christians are therefore called to live by the Spirit, reject worldly lies, and continually listen to God through His Word.