And then if any one says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘Look, there he is!’ do not believe it.
For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and they will lead many astray.
And if the Lord had not shortened the days, no human being would be saved; but for the sake of the elect, whom he chose, he shortened the days.
False Christs and false prophets will arise and show signs and wonders, to lead astray, if possible, the elect.
And he said, “Take heed that you are not led astray; for many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am he!’ and, ‘The time is at hand!’ Do not go after them.
I have come in my Father's name, and you do not receive me; if another comes in his own name, him you will receive.