Published by Vince Baker Ministries ·
“Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.”
1 Thessalonians 5:21 · KJV
What does Paul tell the listeners to do?
First Thessalonians places the commands side by side. Refrain from quenching the Spirit, refrain from despising prophecies, test all things, and keep what is good. First Corinthians asks others to judge what prophets say during a gathering. The people hearing a word have a responsibility to weigh it.
What should you check when a claim is compelling?
Start with Scripture and the confession of Jesus Christ. Deuteronomy 13 warns that even an impressive sign cannot justify following another god. First John asks believers to test the spirits. First Corinthians asks whether the speech builds up the church and can be weighed in order. Pay attention to pressure, secrecy, and a refusal to be questioned.
Slow the decision down when stakes are high
Write down the claim in plain words and read the relevant Scriptures in context. Ask mature believers who can assess it independently. Make serious decisions with time, prayer, and ordinary accountability.
Read the Scripture passages
- 1 Thessalonians 5:21 · KJV
- 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24 · KJV
- 1 Corinthians 14:26-33 · KJV
- Deuteronomy 13:1-4 · KJV
- 1 John 4:1-6 · KJV
