If Christianity is true, and heaven and hell are real, then why doesn’t it feel more compelling? 1.) Mystery of lawlessness 2.) False teaching 3.) Seeing others fall away 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 Questions: 1.) Read 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3. Paul encouraged these Christians to not let anyone deceive them. Paul wanted them to be vigilant against false teachers. Is the modern church vigilant enough in this way? 2.) Read 2 Thessalonians 2:9-12. Notice that people do not perish because the "lawless one" drags them away. They perish because they do not accept a love for the truth, and so they willingly follow the lawless one. How does this help us understand why false teachers can build such "successful" ministries? 3.) Read 2 Thessalonians 2:15. Paul says that standing firm includes holding to traditions. What are some healthy church traditions that help you stand firm?