“Known by Their Fruit”: Christ’s Warning Against False Prophets (Matthew 7:15–20)
Deep Dive into “Known by Their Fruit”: Christ’s Warning Against False Prophets (Matthew 7:15–20)Jesus concludes the Sermon on the Mount with a vital warning: beware of false prophets. These deceptive figures appear as harmless sheep, using religious language and charm, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves who exploit the flock. Because the narrow road to life is threatened by internal deception, Christ provides a clear, objective test: recognizing them by their fruits."Fruit" is not defined by worldly success or crowd size but by doctrine, character, and discipleship. First, the church must…
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