Saturday, November 16, 2013

TEN MARKS OF A FALSE PROPHET

False prophets are everywhere nowadays. So, how can we identify them? Allow me to help you…

1.- A false prophet denies that God is triune i.e. Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

2.- A false prophet denies Jesus’ divinity and/ or humanity and/ or resurrection.

3.- A false prophet denies that man is conceived in iniquity and sin.

4.- A false prophet denies that salvation is by faith alone in Christ alone.

5.- A false prophet denies that Scripture is inspired by God.

6.- A false prophet is only concerned about getting glory for himself i.e. fortune and fame.

7.- A false prophet doesn't live in private what he preaches in public.

8.- A false prophet never mentions sin or any other ‘uncomfortable’ issue.

9.- A false prophet abuses the people of God and those helpers he has round about him.

10.- A false prophet never listens to the rebukes, instruction and corrections of others. He cannot be taught.