Matt 7:15
Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves.
Take heed whom you listen to! Let me tell you, the Devil has his ministers - as well as Christ! There are some, who by the subtlety of their wit, have learned the art of mixing error with truth, and give poison in a golden cup!
Take heed WHO you hear, and how you hear. Be like those noble Bereans, who searched the Scriptures daily, to see whether the things they were taught, were true or not. Acts 17:11
Your ears must not be like sponges which suck in puddle-water, as well as wine. But your ears must be like a winnowing fork, which sorts out the chaff - but retains the pure wheat. You must be like those in the parable, who gathered the good fish - but cast the bad away.
The Saints are called virgins for their wisdom - they will not let everyone defile their souls with error! They have both a judicious ear, and a critical palate - which can distinguish between truth and error; and discern the difference between God's pure food, and the Devil's cooking!
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