Beware Of False Prophets

Too oft we think our church is right
Other branches are wrong
It’s we! Who spread the gospel light
Who sing the one true song

Alas, it’s not so rare this view
The Lord knows all too well
Even amongst the chosen few
Sit many booked for hell

Some dare to venture even more!
Coming before the bride
They’ll say “God sent me to your door –2Pe.2:1
This word; He’s sent to guide” –1Ti.4:1

God’s flock hang on to every word
To all they have to say -1Jn.4:1
Then all too oft from what they’ve heard
Some sheep will fall or stray

True prophets bring a word that’s real
Nought false or underhand
With pungent truth, man’s hearts can feel
Their souls can understand

We know in Christ when prophets come
God’s word’s alive and well
The Lord won’t leave His children dumb
To fail and end in hell

Yet which is false and which is true? –Dt.18:21-22
Which word is God’s on high –Ac.10:43
Just what has Jesus’ sheep to do? –Mt.7:15
When even prophets lie! –Dt.13:1-

Determine what the prophet’s brought
Let wisdom rule the bride –2Pe.1:19-21
Believe Salvation’s true report –Isa.53:1
And cast the rest aside