The Good Fight | Week 8 | 1 Timothy | Guarding Against Apostasy

Ryan DeFrain - April 13, 2026

What stood out to you most about the definition of apostasy as “falling away,” and how is it different from doubt or questioning?
In what ways do you see spiritual deception or “itching ears” (wanting to hear what we prefer) in today’s culture or church?
Why is it important to understand that our struggle is spiritual and not just cultural or personal?
How can you practically grow in discernment to recognize truth versus false teaching?
Have you ever experienced conviction from the Holy Spirit? How did you respond, and what did it teach you?

“Apostasy isn’t just doubt—it’s a drifting away from the truth that, if left unchecked, can lead to shipwrecked faith.”
“We care more about eternity and where we are going than what we feel at the moment.”
“Any distortion of the truth—adding to it or taking away from it—is dangerous.”