Spiritual Discernment

04-11-07

For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into apostles of Christ. And no wonder! For Satan himself transformed himself into an angel of light.
2 corinthians 11:13-14

Some people will even appear as a Christian, proclaiming the name of Christ, but are working only to distort the truth. Others are simply in error. It is important not to falsely accuse a legitimate Christian ministry of being in error just becuase you don't agree with it ~ that is heresy and can be as dangerous as spiritual deception because it undermines the work of God and creates confusion.

Ultimately, we must know the Word of God for ourselves, so that when someone says something that doesn't line up with the Word of God, we can see what is false. We must also use Holy Spirit discernment, and not our own to determine whether it is in error or if the person is a false profit.

Lord, help me to discern as if my eyes were Yours. I do not want to falsely accuse, nor do I want spiritual guidance from a false prophet. Thank You for Your protection. In Jesus' name. Amen.