Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About False Teachers"
The Bible repeatedly warns about false teachers who distort the truth and lead people astray, and provides clear tests to identify them.
The Bible repeatedly warns about false teachers who distort the truth and lead people astray, and provides clear tests to identify them.
"Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves." — Matthew 7:15 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About False Teachers?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves."
"But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies."
"Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world."
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