Spotting the Wolf

Jul 17, 2026

This document, titled 'Spotting the Wolf,' draws a parallel between a classic fable and the identification of deceptive individuals who pose as Christians. It recounts a story of a wolf disguised as a sheep attempting to infiltrate a flock with malicious intent. The narrative highlights how the sheep, through a simple test of 'puffing' at the wolf, expose its true nature and foil its plan. The document then transitions to a spiritual context, urging readers to recognize people who feign Christian faith but propagate falsehoods and deceit. It provides guidance on how to discern such individuals by examining their 'FRUIT' – specifically, whether they teach the truth and live a Christian life. Analogous to how a bad tree cannot bear good fruit, the text asserts that a fake Christian cannot authentically teach or live according to Christian principles. The accompanying biblical reference, Matthew 7:15-16, reinforces the message about false prophets and the importance of discerning true followers by their actions and teachings.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryReligion & Spirituality

FormatPDF

Pages15

Reading Time38 min

Spotting the Wolf

Matthew 7:15,16

FAQs

What is the main analogy presented in the document?

The document uses the analogy of a wolf disguised as a sheep to represent people who pretend to be Christians but teach lies and deception.

How did the sheep in the story expose the wolf?

The sheep exposed the wolf by asking to 'puff at' him, which revealed his disguise.

What criteria does the document suggest for spotting a fake Christian?

The document advises looking at their 'FRUIT,' specifically whether they teach the truth and live like Christians.

Jul 17, 2026

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