# How Can We Tell If Someone Is a False Prophet? **URL:** \ **Category:** General Faith\ **Created:** [October 28, 2024, 6:13pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-can-we-tell-if-someone-is-a-false-prophet/3314 "2024-10-28T18:13:56Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 5\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Fritzpw\_Admin](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/fritzpw_admin/32/250_2.png) [@Fritzpw\_Admin](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Fritzpw_Admin)\ **Post date:** [October 28, 2024, 6:13pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-can-we-tell-if-someone-is-a-false-prophet/3314/1 "2024-10-28T18:13:56Z")
> **How Can We Tell If Someone Is a False Prophet?** > > This discussion explores biblical warnings about false prophets, encouraging participants to consider how we can identify those who might lead others astray. Members are invited to share their thoughts on distinguishing true spiritual guidance from deception. > > #BiblicalWarning #FalseProphets #SpiritualDiscernment #ChristianFaith #IdentifyingTruth > > ![image](https://forums.crosswalk.com/uploads/default/original/1X/baf0f7eb3036e876963eb3f31f88f3383993c028.png) > Photo Credit: ©iStock/Getty Images Plus/elijah\_sad The Bible warns us to be cautious of false prophets who might appear genuine but ultimately lead people astray with deceptive messages. As Jesus said, “They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves” – [_Matthew 7:15_](https://www.biblestudytools.com/matthew/7-15.html). With so many voices claiming to speak truth, it’s important to discern wisely, as Jesus advised, “By their fruit you will recognize them” – [_Matthew 7:20_](https://www.biblestudytools.com/matthew/7-20.html). What signs do you think indicate a false prophet, and how can we distinguish genuine spiritual leaders from those who mislead? For more on this topic, explore the full article: > **[What Does the Bible Warn about False Prophets?](https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/what-does-the-bible-warn-about-false-prophets.html)** > > The bottom line is that false prophets bring a message that is not from God. Their message contradicts what God instructs, often appealing to our earthly cravings or passions. And ultimately, they produce “bad fruit.” ---
**Author:** ![Historyprof](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/historyprof/32/285_2.png) [@Historyprof](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Historyprof)\ **Post date:** [October 28, 2024, 7:05pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-can-we-tell-if-someone-is-a-false-prophet/3314/2 "2024-10-28T19:05:06Z")
Sounds like Trump. Notice Crosswalk has no articles opposing Trump’s overtaking evangelicalism with his agenda or his replacing Jesus in the minds of his disciples. Crickets chirp. One very mild article a while back that raised a bit of concern. A true false prophet endorsed by every televangelist, the false prophets of the airwaves. A new cult has risen, and like the church in Germany in the 1930s, Christians either endorse it fully or turn a blind eye out of fear of Trump’s Brownshirts. Remember this in the next few years, Crosswalk. Remember who you endorsed by not raising the alarm. ---
**Author:** ![Bingo](https://forums.crosswalk.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/b/e8c25b/32.png) [@Bingo](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Bingo)\ **Post date:** [October 28, 2024, 9:10pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-can-we-tell-if-someone-is-a-false-prophet/3314/3 "2024-10-28T21:10:27Z")
What I find somewhat humorous is that many of those who squawk most loudly about false prophets (or teachers) strike me as misguided if not delusional cranks themselves. It seemingly never occurs to them or their followers that THEY might be the false prophets. One man’s false prophet is another man’s mega-church pastor, I guess. ---
**Author:** ![Thebridegroom](https://forums.crosswalk.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/t/85f322/32.png) [@Thebridegroom](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Thebridegroom)\ **Post date:** [October 29, 2024, 8:52am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-can-we-tell-if-someone-is-a-false-prophet/3314/4 "2024-10-29T08:52:30Z")
Telling if someone is a false prophet is difficult especially if not discerning. However, few tell-tale signs help. The prophet’s message, is it about Jesus Christ? Is it about your eternity? Is it about God, His Love, and His promises? Another sign is the life of the prophet, Does his life add up to the Word of God? Their fruits Does his life validate the Word of God? These are few tell-tale signs among many ---
**Author:** ![MrE](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/mre/32/1386_2.png) [@MrE](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/MrE)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2024, 2:05pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/how-can-we-tell-if-someone-is-a-false-prophet/3314/7 "2024-11-28T14:05:10Z")
The easiest (and perhaps only) way to detect a false prophet is to determine if what they say is going to happen, actually happens. The- “you will know them by their fruit” requires an examination of **their fruit**. That is, the things they say and do. -The things they produce.