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1 | Healing powers of the false prophets? | Matt 7:22 | Mommapbs | 49633 | ||
Greetings www! You wrote:"I worry about many preachers, men of God, faith healers, etc. who have really come to believe they are anointed by the Lord and in fact may not be. That's a kind of fear that any Christian should be afraid. Any comments." Please read the following Scriptures: Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men's hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God. 1 Cor 4:5 It is written:'As surely as I live,' says the Lord, 'every knee will bow before me; every tongue will confess to God.' So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God. Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother's way. Romans 14:11-13 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account. Hebrews 4:12-14 Don't "worry" about THEM - just be sure that YOUR motives are pure and God-honoring! You don't have to give an account or answer to God for THEM, but you will have to give an account of what YOU have chosen! God's Word assures us that God will give each man according to what his deeds deserve. "I the Lord search the heart and examine the mind, to reward a man according to his conduct, according to what his deeds deserve." Jer 17:10 And for those who lead others astray - woe unto them! Jesus said to his disciples: "Things that cause people to sin are bound to come, but woe to that person through whom they come. It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied around his neck than for him to cause one of these little ones to sin. So watch yourselves.If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him." Luke 17:1-3 I hope these words encourage your walk with the Lord, may He find YOU faithful at His appearing! Blessings in Jesus! Mommapbs |
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2 | Healing powers of the false prophets? | Matt 7:22 | wwv | 49683 | ||
Dear Mommapbs, What a wonderful answer, with a wealth of scriptural knowledge. Although I didn't mean to come across as I was in judgment. I am more concerned with my own personal evangelism. If they can be deceived with their knowledge of the scriptures then where do I stand? It seems like it is more difficult to "just" believe than meets the eye. I mean that the more I study (not just memorizing, but understanding) the more I want to learn and the more amazing this whole deal is. But I don't want to be deceived into learning the "wrong" truth. I do understand the wrong motives of preaching, such as greed, but that is something that must be obvious (isn’t it?). That’s not what I am worried about. I am worried about believing my own (or his own) lies as if they were coming from the Lord, e.g. how hard would it be to start a ministry with the right heart, run millions of dollars through it, then start making excuses for why I need a fortress of a home around a 40 acre lake (that I just purchased) for the purpose of protecting my family from the evil elements around me (or at least that would be the excuse). That’s not how I think anymore, but do you see where I am going with this? It seems the more you know the subtler Satan is. Again, I am in no position to judge anyone with final judgment (however I will judge whom I follow), so I apologize for coming off like that. I thank you very much and may God bless you and this forum. William |
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3 | Healing powers of the false prophets? | Matt 7:22 | Mommapbs | 49685 | ||
Greetings William! Please forgive me, I had never intended to imply that YOU were judging anyone; these were just the Scriptures that came to mind as I read your query. It is the Holy Spirit who will guide you into all truth; trust Him. When you don't have peace about a teaching, search the Scriptures and let God lead you to the understanding of HIS truth for YOU! Also, 1 John 4 tells us to "test the spirits." Read verses 1-6. I pray that God will continue to bless you on your quest to know Him better! In Jesus name, Mommapbs |
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4 | Healing powers of the false prophets? | Matt 7:22 | wwv | 49689 | ||
Dear Mommapbs, You certainly know the right verses to show me. Thank You. They are quite helpful. In fact now I am confident that I have been getting closer to him. God bless you William |
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