Wednesday in the Word
Wednesday in the Word is a verse-by-verse Bible study podcast that explains what the Bible means and how we know. Hosted by Bible teacher Krisan Marotta, each episode walks through a passage in plain language, digging into context, key words, and big ideas so you can study with confidence. With over 500 episodes, global listeners, and more than 15 years of teaching, Wednesday in the Word offers clear, in-depth Bible teaching with no ads, no donation requests—just free, accessible Bible study for anyone who wants to grow.
Wednesday in the Word
15 False Apostles: Why Were They So Convincing? (2 Corinthians 11)
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in this episode of Wednesday in the Word, we wrestle with a tough reality: just because someone looks like a spiritual leader does not mean they are pointing us to the true gospel. Drawing on 2 Corinthians 11, the Apostle Paul exposes the danger of “false apostles,”impressive-speaking teachers who distort the message of Christ. He invites us to discern leadership by substance, not style.
In this week’s episode, we explore:
- How Paul uses the language of a betrothal to illustrate the church’s loyalty to Christ and the risk of being seduced by something false.
- What Paul means when he calls his opponents “false apostles, deceitful workers, disguising themselves as apostles of Christ.”
- Why eloquence and polish are not themselves proof of gospel truth and how Paul’s example flips our expectations.
- The role of suffering, weakness, and authenticity in credible gospel leadership.
- Practical ways to evaluate the teachers and voices you listen to: what questions to ask, what red flags to watch for, and how to hold to Christ even when others diverge.
By the end of this episode you’ll be equipped to recognize when a message sounds right but leads wrong. You’ll feel empowered to trust substance over surface, and you’ll be better able to choose leaders who reflect the true gospel. You’ll walk away with a clearer sense of how to ground your faith in Christ alone and follow him, no matter how polished the alternatives may appear.
Series: 2 Corinthians: When Church Hurts
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