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How to Identify False Prophets in 2026 with Pastor Brian Gibson is a powerful conversation about discerning real prophecy from counterfeit ministry, testing spiritual gifts, and staying grounded in biblical truth.
Zach sits down with Pastor Brian Gibson to unpack one of the biggest questions facing the Church right now: "How do you know what’s real and what’s counterfeit when it comes to prophecy, miracles, and spiritual gifts?"
Brian shares why the existence of false prophets doesn’t erase the reality of true prophetic ministry, how believers can discern the difference between someone who is simply wrong and someone operating deceptively, and why character, accountability, and motive matter just as much as gifting.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
* How to identify the difference between a **false prophet and a wrong prophet**
* How Brian personally caught someone **faking a supernatural manifestation**
* Whether Christians should publicly call out false prophets and false teachers
* Why prophetic gifting can still operate even when someone’s personal life is compromised
* How accountability inside the local church protects believers from deception
* Why prophetic words should be tested, judged, and handled with humility
If you’ve ever wondered how to discern prophetic ministry, what to do when Christian leaders fail, or how to pursue the gifts of the Spirit without falling into deception, this conversation will challenge you to stay rooted in Scripture while remaining open to what God is doing.
**Subscribe to the I Like Birds Podcast for more conversations that help you grow deeper in your faith, walk boldly with Jesus, and navigate the real questions facing believers today.**
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How to Identify False Prophets in 2026 with Pastor Brian Gibson is a powerful conversation about discerning real prophecy from counterfeit ministry, testing spiritual gifts, and staying grounded in biblical truth.
Zach sits down with Pastor Brian Gibson to unpack one of the biggest questions facing the Church right now: "How do you know what’s real and what’s counterfeit when it comes to prophecy, miracles, and spiritual gifts?"
Brian shares why the existence of false prophets doesn’t erase the reality of true prophetic ministry, how believers can discern the difference between someone who is simply wrong and someone operating deceptively, and why character, accountability, and motive matter just as much as gifting.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
* How to identify the difference between a **false prophet and a wrong prophet**
* How Brian personally caught someone **faking a supernatural manifestation**
* Whether Christians should publicly call out false prophets and false teachers
* Why prophetic gifting can still operate even when someone’s personal life is compromised
* How accountability inside the local church protects believers from deception
* Why prophetic words should be tested, judged, and handled with humility
If you’ve ever wondered how to discern prophetic ministry, what to do when Christian leaders fail, or how to pursue the gifts of the Spirit without falling into deception, this conversation will challenge you to stay rooted in Scripture while remaining open to what God is doing.
**Subscribe to the I Like Birds Podcast for more conversations that help you grow deeper in your faith, walk boldly with Jesus, and navigate the real questions facing believers today.**
Get Brians Book here: faithandflame.com/products/ignited-by-the-spirit-a-journey-into-the-prophetic-the-power-of-the-holy-spirit-and-your-divine-calling-july-2026
Use Code ILIKEBIRDS20 for discount!
Get Zachs new Me, Armani, & Jesus book here: https://a.co/d/07QqYlyw
Or a signed copy here: ilikebirdsministry.com/me-armani-jesus
Come see the live event in Burleson, Texas:
https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLBEB869F6Y5R/checkout/7KBLAUBR2NVYOIJDLIIQBFGZ
🤝 Partner with I Like Birds Ministry 🕊️
🎁 Get a Free 7-Day Trial on Patreon!
patreon.com/ILikeBirds
🕊️: Make Donations on our Site:
ilikebirdsministry.com/support
📘: 21 Days in Africa:
Amazon: https://a.co/d/3iFskiY
Signed Copy + Free Gift: ilikebirdsministry.com/shop/p/21-days-in-africa-signed-paperback
🧢: Bird Merch: ilikebirdsministry.com/shop
🩵 Paypal:
paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=C55JZNGUB97EE
✊🏽: Venmo account.venmo.com/u/zachrippey23 @ ZachRippey23
📚 I Like Books 📚 Get 20% off some of your favorite books: faithandflame.com/pages/my-shop/zachrippey
Use code "ILIKEBIRDS20 at checkout.
🧡 Donate to The Suubi Project + Sponsor a Child:
suubiproject.org
🔴 Become a BIRD! Join this channel to get access to Bird perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCOQj_M7tm_siflOiHUgHNpg/join
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Work with Zach on a Speech: rippeywrites.com/contact
Book a paid 1 on 1 stategy call for your podcast: tidycal.com/zachrippey23/1-on-1-strategy-call-for-podcast-launch-and-growth
Need help turning your mission into a message? Book a free call with Zach to hear more about Zach’s coaching program: tidycal.com/zachrippey23/the-power-of-the-pod-discovery-call
How Zach Reached 30 million people with his podcast and you can too!
FREE VIDEO: youtu.be/ADMIvLFDyAc?si=NN4kw-NOfzU7c3qc
Book Zach Rippey to Speak or Perform Comedy here: ilikebirdsministry.com/comedybooking
EPISODE SPONSORS:
Are you in the DFW & need a new appliance?
Text Jamie Eldridge & let him know what you need:
☎817-659-6587
Get your I Like Birds discount code here: appliancestorenearmetx.com/ilikebirds
Alpha and Omega Pest Control | DFW
Need your bugs GONE?
One Call Kills Them All!
Call Tim Davis @ 817-426-4445 and this will be the beginning & the end of your pest problems:
Tops Roofing
Free Inspection and Estimate?
(817) 477-2744
topsroofingcompany.com
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Watch More Fan Favorite Videos ⭐️
Stand-Up Comedy Special: youtube.com/watch?v=AAXguanXNDI&t=76s
Viral Episode with Ava Trammell: youtube.com/watch?v=Hn5fCCJySIE&t=4398s
Viral Charlie Owens Episode: youtube.com/watch?v=24IWcT6szE0&t=2384s
Ruslan KD Collab: youtube.com/watch?v=kN6I6xoyGBg
Alan DiDio Collab: youtube.com/watch?v=1D02C6DhYVI
Troy Brewer Collab: youtu.be/tMINvauQJ3A?si=cQTi-8dCtS7aDTBl&t=6
Dr. John Delony Collab: youtube.com/watch?v=9woC36xe59A&t=1s
Ben Fuller Collab: youtube.com/watch?v=TnciRr8paXg&t=1s
Joseph Z + Troy Brewer Collab: youtube.com/watch?v=iyyOKkiXzxc&t=1109s
