In this verse, an old prophet deceives a man of God who was sent by the Lord to deliver a message. The old prophet invites the man of God to his house, claiming that an angel had instructed him to do so. Despite the man of God's initial refusal to deviate from God's command, he eventually agrees and disobeys the Lord's instructions. This story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of listening to deceptive voices that lead us away from God's will, highlighting the importance of discernment and obedience to God's word.