Scripture repeatedly warns against false teachings, which deny or distort some aspect of the gospel. The origin of such teachings is attributed either to human error or to demonic inspiration.
Examples of false teachings
See also
Qualities of false teachings
They are valueless
pp Mk 7:7
They are destructive in their nature
They have the capacity to lead people astray
They may be popular
pp Mk 13:5-6
They may be accompanied by miraculous signs
pp Mk 13:22
The origin of false teachings
Demonic inspiration
Human error
Discerning false teachings
By their content
By the teacher's lifestyle
By their effects
The antidote to false teachings
Holding fast to the true gospel
Shunning false teachers