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Episode 38: Lying to the Spirit

Episode 38: Lying to the Spirit

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In this episode, Sawyer and Zach dive into one of the most intense moments in the New Testament, the story of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5:1–11.


As the early church explodes with growth, God makes something unmistakably clear: His holiness has not changed. When Ananias and Sapphira lie to the Holy Spirit to protect their image and status, the consequences are immediate and severe.


This conversation unpacks:

  • Why the issue wasn’t money, but integrity
  • How lying to the Holy Spirit applies to modern believers
  • Why reverence for God still matters under grace
  • The danger of performative faith and spiritual image-building


This episode isn’t about fear, it’s about honesty, repentance, and a right view of God. Grace is real. Mercy is real. But God is still holy.


📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 5:1–11

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