
Identifying the false prophet
Which prophet should we believe? Which prophet is telling the truth? Which prophet is leading people astray? These questions were asked in the days of Jesus and are still being asked today. In His sermon, Jesus informs His listeners how to identify the false prophet (Matthew 7:15-20).
Jesus says false prophets dress “in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves.” Outwardly, they appear to be harmless and gentle, but inwardly their intention is to destroy. Pretending to be part