Do Not Make Peace with Influences That Oppose God | Deuteronomy 7:1–2 | Pastor Nshimiyimana Wellars

In this powerful chapel message, Pastor Nshimiyimana Wellars challenges believers to be careful about the influences they allow into their lives and reminds us that following God requires discernment, obedience, and a willingness to stand apart from influences that draw us away from Him. Drawing from Deuteronomy 7:1–2, the message reflects on God's instructions to Israel as they prepared to enter the Promised Land. God had prepared them for this moment, but He also warned them not to make compromises with the nations and influences that could turn their hearts away from Him. “You must not make peace with the influence that oppose God.” The message reminds us that the same principle applies to believers today. We live in a world filled with influences, desires, values, and practices that can gradually shape our hearts and pull us away from God's purposes. What influences are shaping your life? Pastor Wellars explores the danger of allowing ungodly influences to become normal in our lives. While Scripture calls us to live peaceably with others, Christians are not called to compromise their faith or make peace with sin. The sermon also reflects on: The importance of obeying God's instructions The danger of ungodly influences Living differently in a world that does not always follow God's ways The need to guard our hearts and remain faithful to God Why we should not allow sin to become comfortable in our lives God's patience and His desire for people to turn to Him The message draws from several Scriptures, including Deuteronomy 7:1–2, Numbers 33:55–56, Romans 12:18, and 2 Peter 3:9. As believers, we are called to love others, live at peace where possible, and show Christ to the world—but peace should never require us to compromise God's truth. A question to consider: What influences have you allowed into your life that may be pulling you away from God? Join Pastor Nshimiyimana Wellars for this challenging and practical message as we learn to recognize ungodly influences and remain committed to walking faithfully with God. 🎓 All Nations Theological College & Seminary (ANTS) Making Disciples of All Nations From Learning to Ministry If this message blesses you, like, share, and subscribe to the ANTS channel for more chapel sermons, biblical teaching, and ministry content. 📖 Key Scriptures Deuteronomy 7:1–2 | Numbers 33:55–56 | Romans 12:18 | 2 Peter 3:9 #ANTS #PastorWellars #NshimiyimanaWellars #Deuteronomy7 #ChristianLife #GodsWord #Faith #ChristianLiving #BiblicalTeaching #ChapelSermon #GodlyInfluence #MakingDisciplesOfAllNations #FromLearningToMinistry