God Quote-Watch Out for False Prophets
JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the Lord says in Matthew 7:15 and 16.
Jesus said, “Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them.”
Jesus went on to say that every good tree bears good fruit and every bad tree bears bad fruit. So, when hearing someone speak or sing with their platform, the fruit helps us to recognize who they truly represent. They might dress the right part and speak impressively. But are they encouraging people to follow after Jesus? Are they representing Him accurately in their words and in their lives?
In Acts 20, the Apostle Paul expressed concern about men arising and distorting the truth in order to draw away disciples after them. His counsel was, “Be on your guard!” That is consistent with the words of Jesus to “watch out for false prophets.”
Matthew 7:15 and 16-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for Life.
John Shirk
john@wjtl.com