Dear friends, do not believe every spirit but test the spirits to see whether they are from God because many false prophets have gone out into the world.
(1 John 4:1 NIV)
Theology matters because it seeks the truth about God-the source of all truth. We must be alert to the fact that Satan is actively undermining truth in today’s world. In John 8:44, Jesus rebukes those who do not believe in Him by saying, “You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desire. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” Beware! Deception is his strategy. The ultimate test of truth is found in our belief about Jesus, who He is, and why He came to earth.
Spiritual truth involves having more than head knowledge. Belief must move from the head to the heart. The results are life-changing! We forsake sin and submit ourselves wholly to the Lord Jesus Christ. We desire to serve Him. We trust the Lord and put Him first.