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Gospel for Wednesday of the 12th Week in Ordinary Time II

Matthew 7:15-20

Summary: Jesus warned his disciples about false prophets, saying they can be identified by their actions, just as good and bad trees are known by their fruit.

Gospel Acclamation: Remain in me, as I remain in you, says the Lord; whoever remains in me will bear much fruit. (John 15:4a, 5b)

Recognizing False Prophets

Jesus said to his disciples: “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but underneath are ravenous wolves. By their fruits you will know them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? Just so, every good tree bears good fruit, and a rotten tree bears bad fruit. A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a rotten tree bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire. So by their fruits you will know them.”

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