Paul gave instructions to the believers in Corinth about the body of Christ. His messages weren’t relevant only to believers in that one city, but in all places. Parents who read Paul’s letter shared what he wrote with their children and the generations not yet born....

The scrolls of the prophets didn’t come with a label that said, “Inspired.” God’s people had to test the prophets in the context of the times in which they wrote. The character of the messengers needed to be of a character that promoted faith in the message, and the...

How can I tell the difference between a true prophet of God and a false prophet? Many people claim to have a message from God. We shouldn’t just take their word for it. They could be honest but mistaken, or they could be trying to deceive. Certain messages share...