New Torrey's Topical Textbook: Rev. R. A. Torrey

Self-delusion

• A characteristic of the wicked Ps. 49:18
• Prosperity frequently leads to Ps. 30:6; Hos. 12:8; Lk. 12:17-19
• Obstinate sinners often given up to Ps. 81:11, 12; Hos. 4:17; 2 Th. 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 Lk. 18:11
  • We are rich in spiritual things Rev. 3:17
  • We may have peace while in sin Dt. 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; Lk. 13:25, 26
  • God will not punish our sins Ps. 10:11; Jer. 5:12
  • Christ shall not come to judge 2 Pet. 3:4
  • Our lives shall be prolonged Isa. 56:12; Lk. 12:19; Jas. 4:13
• Frequently preserved in, to the last Mt. 7:22, 25:11, 12; Lk. 13:24, 25
• Fatal consequences of Mt. 7:23, 24:48-51; Lk. 12:20; 1 Th. 5:3
• Exemplified
  • Ahab 1 Ki. 20:27, 34
  • Israelites Hos. 12:8
  • Jews Jn. 8:33, 41
  • Church of Laodicea Rev. 3:17
  • Babylon Isa. 47:7-11