| The Message (MSG) | New International Version (NIV) |
| 1 The Spirit makes it clear that as time goes on, some are going to give up on the faith and chase after demonic illusions put forth by professional liars. | 1 The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons. |
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