John tells believers to test the spirits to see whether they're from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world. You can't assume every spiritual teacher is genuine. Discernment is required.
The test is whether they acknowledge that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh. That's the dividing line. Anyone who denies the incarnation is from the spirit of the antichrist. The physical reality of Jesus is non-negotiable.
John also says you are from God and have overcome them because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world. Your ability to discern truth isn't your own wisdom. It's the Holy Spirit in you recognizing what he knows to be true.
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