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Posted by Jonathan Merigala As we approach the end of the time, there will be more and more of a revival by the Holy Spirit in the church.
Deceiving spirits also will operate more and more in the world. So we must watch out for the following if you are to avoid being deceived:
1. Extremism
2. Cultistic attitudes
3. Phariseeism
4. Emotional counterfeits
The enemy always works where the Spirit works. So do not swallow everything you see and hear. Be discerning.
Noise and emotion may accompany the moving the Spirit—and does help some people to be free from their human inhibitions and their fear of men.
We do not devalue our emotions, for they are a God-given part of our personality.
But at the same time, we must not overvalue them, for God sees the heart and not the emotions.
It can be good to raise your voice when you pray because that will help you to be less conscious of others around you. That is the same as closing your eyes when you pray so that you can concentrate better, and not be distracted by others around you.
Such actions won’t make your prayers more spiritual, but they help you to be free from your surroundings.
The power of the Holy Spirit is not manifested by shouting, but by a holy life, powerful ministry in the church, and being an unashamed witness for the Lord wherever you go.
Personal Reflection:
Why is it important to integrate discipline into our lives based on the Scriptures?
