Revival of False Prophets

“Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.”— Matthew 7:15 (KJV)

False prophets always rise in seasons of revival. They speak confidently, move people emotionally, and seem to carry authority. But revival only magnifies what is already in them. If deception and ambition fill their hearts, revival stirs those things until multitudes are carried away.

Jeremiah 28 records the story of Hananiah, a prophet who boldly contradicted Jeremiah. He broke the wooden yoke Jeremiah wore, declaring that God had broken the yoke of Babylon. The people rejoiced. It sounded like freedom, like victory, like revival. But it was a lie. Jeremiah exposed him, declaring, *“The LORD hath not sent thee; but thou makest this people to trust in a lie”* (Jeremiah 28:15). Within months, Hananiah was dead. His revival was a show — not the Spirit.

False prophets today act the same. They fill stadiums, broadcast live streams, and stir emotions. But instead of repentance, they offer promises of wealth, ease, and self-glory. Instead of leading people behind the veil, they keep them circling the outer court — busy, noisy, but void of God’s presence.

Come with me to the verse of the day!

📖 “Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.”* — **Matthew 7:22–23 (KJV)**

✍️ Topic: Revival of False Prophets

🌱 Reflection

The most dangerous revival is not fleshly noise, but false prophecy. It looks spiritual, it sounds powerful, and it deceives many. Yet Christ Himself said that in the last day, many will point to their prophecies, miracles, and works — and He will say, “I never knew you.”

The Tabernacle speaks here again. The *outer court* was crowded with activity, but only beyond the veil was God’s presence. False prophets keep people in the outer court, stirring sacrifices, drama, and display, but never leading them into God’s holy presence. Their revival is hollow.

True prophets point the way behind the veil. They call to repentance, holiness, and separation. They magnify Christ, not themselves. They live what they preach. Their revival is not built on flattery but on truth that cuts and heals.

No wonder William Marrion Branham warned in *Warning Then Judgment* (24 July 1963): “False prophets will rise, and they’ll show great signs, insomuch that it would deceive the very elected if it were possible. See, it’s not a show; it’s the life behind it that proves what it is.”

🎯 Takeaway

False prophets may break yokes like Hananiah, prophesy peace, and stir crowds, but their revival is deception. Revival that does not bring repentance and truth is a lie. True revival calls us behind the veil into God’s presence — where Christ alone is glorified.

🙏 Prayer

Lord Jesus Christ,

* Deliver me from the deception of false prophets and their empty revivals.

* Teach me to discern truth from lies, Spirit from flesh, holiness from flattery.

* Lead me past the outer court of noise and deception into the Holy of Holies of Your presence.

* Raise true voices in this generation who will call Your people to repentance and prepare us for Your coming.

In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.