False Teaching & Wolves
| Reference | Theme | What to Notice |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 20:28–30 | Wolves among the flock | Paul warns that false teachers can arise from “among you.” Leaders must watch themselves and the flock. |
| 2 Peter 2:1–3 | Destructive heresies | Secretly introduced teachings, denial of the Master, greed, and exploitation. Notice the link between doctrine and motives. |
| Jude 3–4 | Contending for the faith | The faith was delivered “once for all.” Some twist grace into license and deny Christ by lifestyle. |
| Titus 1:9–11 | Refuting opponents | Elders must both encourage with sound doctrine and refute those who oppose it. This is part of healthy leadership. |
Gospel Core & The Spirit of Antichrist
| Reference | Theme | What to Notice |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Corinthians 15:1–4 | The gospel defined | The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus “according to the Scriptures” is central and non-negotiable. |
| 1 John 2:18–23 | Antichrist & denial of the Son | The spirit of antichrist denies the Son. Whoever denies the Son does not have the Father. |
| 1 John 4:1–3 | Testing the spirits | Every spirit that does not confess Jesus Christ come in the flesh is not from God. |
| Galatians 1:6–9 | Another gospel | Any “gospel” that distorts grace in Christ is accursed, even if proclaimed by an angel or apostle. |
Wisdom, Maturity & Discernment
| Reference | Theme | What to Notice |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 5:11–14 | Discernment by practice | Mature believers have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil. |
| James 1:5 | Asking for wisdom | If you lack wisdom, you can ask God, who gives generously without reproach. |
| Proverbs 2:1–11 | Seeking wisdom | Wisdom, understanding, and discretion protect you from evil paths and twisted words. |
| Philippians 1:9–10 | Discernment in love | Love should abound with knowledge and all discernment, so you approve what is excellent. |
Prophetic, Dreams & Spiritual Gifts
| Reference | Theme | What to Notice |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Corinthians 12–14 | Gifts & love | Spiritual gifts should function in love and order, building up the Body, not glorifying individuals. |
| Acts 2:17–18 | Dreams & visions | In the last days, God pours out His Spirit; dreams and visions are one expression—but still tested by the Word. |
| 1 Thessalonians 5:19–21 | Testing prophecy | Do not despise prophecies, but test everything; hold fast what is good. |
| Joel 2:28–29 | Outpouring of the Spirit | God’s promise includes prophetic activity—but never outside of His character and Word. |
Application
Use this library as a base for deeper study. Take one passage at a time, read the whole chapter for context, and write what it reveals about God, people, deception, and healthy response.
Study note: Choose one passage above that stood out. Write:
– What it says in its own context
– What it warns against
– How it applies to your current season
– What it says in its own context
– What it warns against
– How it applies to your current season