Self-Delusion

A characteristic of the wicked — Ps 49:18.

Prosperity frequently leads to — Ps 30:6; Ho 12:8; Lu 12:17-19.

Obstinate sinners often given up to — Ps 81:11,12; Ho 4:17; 2Th 2:10,11.

Exhibited in thinking that

Our own ways are right. — Pr 14:12.

We should adhere to established wicked practices. — Jer 44:17.

We are pure. — Pr 30:12.

We are better than others. — Lu 18:11.

We are rich in spiritual things. — Re 3:17.

We may have peace while in sin. — De 29:19.

We are above adversity. — Ps 10:6.

Gifts entitle us to heaven. — Mt 7:21,22.

Privileges entitle us to heaven. — Mt 3:9; Lu 13:25,26.

God will not punish our sins. — Ps 10:11; Jer 5:12.

Christ shall not come to judge. — 2Pe 3:4.

Our lives shall be prolonged. — Isa 56:12; Lu 12:19; Jas 4:13.

Frequently preserved in, to the last — Mt 7:22; 25:11,12; Lu 13:24,25.

Fatal consequences of — Mt 7:23; 24:48-51; Lu 12:20; 1Th 5:3.

Exemplified

Ahab. — 1Ki 20:27,34.

Israelites. — Ho 12:8.

Jews. — Joh 8:33,41.

Church of Laodicea. — Re 3:17.

Babylon. — Isa 47:7-11.