Discernment in the Spirit
Discernment in the Spirit2
The Gift of Prophecy
By Smith Wigglesworth0ACT 2:17ROM 12:61CO 12:101CO 14:1EPH 4:111TH 5:20HEB 4:121JN 4:1REV 19:10REV 22:18Smith Wigglesworth emphasizes the significance of the gift of prophecy in the church, highlighting its role in edification, exhortation, and comfort for believers. He warns against false prophecies that do not glorify Christ and encourages discernment through the Scriptures to differentiate between true and false voices. Wigglesworth stresses that true prophecy, inspired by the Holy Spirit, brings revelation and power, while also cautioning against pride and self-exaltation that can lead to deception. He calls for humility and the need for prophetic utterances to be judged within the community of believers, ensuring they align with God's truth. Ultimately, he encourages the church to seek the Spirit's guidance in prophecy to uplift and strengthen the body of Christ.
The Spiritual Christian
By Jessie Penn-Lewis0ROM 6:13ROM 8:111CO 2:151CO 9:272CO 5:4GAL 5:22EPH 4:131TH 5:23HEB 6:11JN 4:18Jessie Penn-Lewis emphasizes the significance of being a 'spiritual' Christian, highlighting the tripartite nature of man as spirit, soul, and body. She explains that true spirituality involves the spirit being governed by the Holy Spirit, leading to a life that is sanctified wholly and preserved blameless. The sermon discusses the transition from a soulish to a spiritual existence, where the believer's spirit is united with Christ, allowing for the manifestation of the fruits of the Spirit in their life. Penn-Lewis warns of the dangers that spiritual believers face, including the subtle influences of evil spirits and the need for discernment in their spiritual walk. Ultimately, she calls for believers to understand their identity in Christ and to live in the fullness of the Spirit, pressing on towards maturity in faith.