What Is the Spirit Behind False Prophets? By Apostle Martin Wilson
Even from biblical times, there have been those who falsely claim to speak on behalf of God to deceive others and edify the kingdom of Satan. Indeed, the phenomenon of false prophets misleading people in God's name is not new. Throughout biblical history and beyond, individuals have claimed divine authority to manipulate and mislead others. Let's explore this further: Biblical Examples of False Prophets In the Old Testament, the Bible records numerous instances of false prophets. For example, in 1 Kings 22, we see the story of King Ahab and the 400 false prophets who told him what he wanted to hear, leading to his downfall. In the New Testament, Jesus himself warned about false prophets. Matthew 7:15 "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves." The apostle Peter also cautioned about false teachers in 2 Peter 2:1–3. Characteristics of False Prophets Deception False prophets often employ deceptive message