The biblical concept of "Discerning of Spirits" refers to the ability to distinguish between divine and demonic influences, as well as to discern the motivations and intentions of individuals. According to 1 Corinthians 12:10, this gift is one of the spiritual gifts bestowed upon believers by the Holy Spirit, enabling them to test the spirits and determine whether they are from God or not (1 John 4:1). In 1 Thessalonians 5:21, the apostle Paul instructs believers to "test everything" and hold fast to what is good, demonstrating the importance of discernment in the Christian life. By exercising discernment, believers can navigate the complexities of the spiritual realm, as guided by Scripture, such as Hebrews 5:14, which notes that discernment is a mark of spiritual maturity.
Smith Wigglesworth emphasizes the critical distinction between natural discernment and spiritual discernment, urging believers to focus on their own faults before judging others. He highlights the necessity of the Holy Spirit's power to discern evil spirits and the importance of maintaining holiness
In this sermon, Corey Ten Boom shares her personal experiences of preaching the gospel and casting out demons. She recounts a time when she was in a concentration camp and witnessed the cruelty and hatred in people's hearts. Despite the fear and nervousness of the prisoners, Corey encouraged them to
In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of being transformed through discipline and obedience. He describes how he was initially undisciplined and did what he wanted, but through military training, he learned the importance of instant obedience. The speaker emphasizes that the rea
In this sermon, the speaker discusses their experience of watching a movie about the United Nations and reflecting on the horrors of the world. They then share a childhood dream they had in a church where they witnessed an agnostic man seeing an angel. The speaker expresses their frustration with th
In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the idea that as believers, we are soldiers in a spiritual war. He encourages us to endure hardships and not be deceived by false theology. The preacher asserts that if we are not facing problems, it means we are not a threat to the devil and not in the will o
In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making a new dedication to walk with God and regain spiritual vision. He calls for a renewed desire for spiritual things and encourages the young people in the audience to give their lives to God. The speaker shares personal experiences of bei
Bill McLeod emphasizes the critical need for believers to recognize and renounce occult involvement, explaining that many individuals struggle with spiritual affliction due to their engagement with occult practices. He illustrates this through various testimonies, including a girl who found freedom
B.H. Clendennen emphasizes that prayer is a form of spiritual warfare, drawing parallels between the distinctiveness of prayer and the evening sacrifice in the Old Testament. He reflects on his experiences in Vietnam, illustrating how prayer can rise above the chaos and darkness of life, much like t
Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the necessity of putting on the whole armor of God to withstand the spiritual battles we face against unseen forces. He reflects on the current state of the church, urging believers to awaken from spiritual lethargy and recognize the reality of the spiritual warfare that
In this sermon, the preacher discusses the nature of the spiritual warfare faced by Jesus during his temptation in the wilderness. The assault was primarily on Jesus' relationship with the Father, questioning his identity as the Son of God. The preacher emphasizes the importance of not accepting any