Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Is it ever okay for a Christian to lie? Pastor Doug Batchelor examines difficult Bible stories involving Rahab, David, Jacob, Rebekah, and others who used deception in challenging situations.

Discover whether a good outcome can justify dishonesty, why God sometimes accomplishes His purposes despite human wrongdoing, and what the ninth commandment teaches about truthfulness. Learn why honesty reflects the character of God and why deception has no place in His kingdom.

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