So you may have noticed an op in the conspiracy and corruption forum about something called the 3 days of 'darkness'. It's in the right place. There is biblical precedent for dreams, (from God), visions and 'words from God, or 'prophecies' but the internet and probably some churches (actually churches for sure) have gone over the cliff and like the proverbial lemmings, people are jumping off that cliff to 'hear a word' from God. I mention the thread, because I responded and I really am concerned about this sort of thing, not in fear of it happening, but in concern that people 'obey' these prophets when no prophet is supposed to be without 'reins' (check their prophecies) and no prophet is supposed to be a lone ranger. (that's in the Bible)
God is not dispensing the gift of prophecy on thousands of people now nor is creating a so called 'school of prophecy' (Bethel church) in line with how a person might receive a gift; a SPIRITUAL gift is not up for grabs and a 'come and get yours' is NOT how it is received.
12 Now about the gifts of the Spirit, brothers and sisters, I do not want you to be uninformed. 2 You know that when you were pagans, somehow or other you were influenced and led astray to mute idols. 3 Therefore I want you to know that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, “Jesus be cursed,” and no one can say, “Jesus is Lord,” except by the Holy Spirit.
4 There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. 5 There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. 6 There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work. I Corinthians 12
It is the Holy Spirit who gives the gifts at the behest of God. You do not wake up one morning and think or decide you have that gift or any other gift for that matter.
I would like to discuss this from the point of view of believing the gifts are still valid so no need to jump on board and say 'there are no more tongues' or 'no more knowledge or wisdom' or what have you. I do not think we need one more sensationalistic type video from people who are prone to posting such things, wherein we discover that Benny Hinn is not a prophet or a healer. Yeah no kidding.
I cannot make anyone respect what I am asking; I am painfully aware of that. I just won't respond to the usual negative reactions and we know who will be eager to do that nor will I bother with the 'don't put God inna box' type of response either wherein teeth have gold fillings or pearls are floating through the air or feathers from angels are drifting from the ceiling. Well I might a little bit to the latter but I digress.
And, not that anyone owes me anything, I would take it as a personal favor if no one else thinks they need to straighten others out or point out scripture or argue for 112 pages straight that tongues are real. Tongues are not actually the topic anyway.
People are being led astray and hanging off the words of people calling themselves 'prophet' without any actual indication the person is a prophet. The Bible becomes boring compared to all the visions and proclamations coming from every direction and the internet has aided and abetted in that, yet, that book is our compass, our map, our protection, instruction and safety net.
So yeah. Who do I think I am to tell some to 'keep it to themselves' or tell others not to get involved in all the tributaries and off site campgrounds to argue and express opinions as if your words are in scripture. I'm not attempting control here; only asking and hoping this touchy topic might benefit some people and perhaps encourage others.
So, if approved , I will see you there.
God is not dispensing the gift of prophecy on thousands of people now nor is creating a so called 'school of prophecy' (Bethel church) in line with how a person might receive a gift; a SPIRITUAL gift is not up for grabs and a 'come and get yours' is NOT how it is received.
12 Now about the gifts of the Spirit, brothers and sisters, I do not want you to be uninformed. 2 You know that when you were pagans, somehow or other you were influenced and led astray to mute idols. 3 Therefore I want you to know that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, “Jesus be cursed,” and no one can say, “Jesus is Lord,” except by the Holy Spirit.
4 There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. 5 There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. 6 There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work. I Corinthians 12
It is the Holy Spirit who gives the gifts at the behest of God. You do not wake up one morning and think or decide you have that gift or any other gift for that matter.
I would like to discuss this from the point of view of believing the gifts are still valid so no need to jump on board and say 'there are no more tongues' or 'no more knowledge or wisdom' or what have you. I do not think we need one more sensationalistic type video from people who are prone to posting such things, wherein we discover that Benny Hinn is not a prophet or a healer. Yeah no kidding.
I cannot make anyone respect what I am asking; I am painfully aware of that. I just won't respond to the usual negative reactions and we know who will be eager to do that nor will I bother with the 'don't put God inna box' type of response either wherein teeth have gold fillings or pearls are floating through the air or feathers from angels are drifting from the ceiling. Well I might a little bit to the latter but I digress.
And, not that anyone owes me anything, I would take it as a personal favor if no one else thinks they need to straighten others out or point out scripture or argue for 112 pages straight that tongues are real. Tongues are not actually the topic anyway.
People are being led astray and hanging off the words of people calling themselves 'prophet' without any actual indication the person is a prophet. The Bible becomes boring compared to all the visions and proclamations coming from every direction and the internet has aided and abetted in that, yet, that book is our compass, our map, our protection, instruction and safety net.
So yeah. Who do I think I am to tell some to 'keep it to themselves' or tell others not to get involved in all the tributaries and off site campgrounds to argue and express opinions as if your words are in scripture. I'm not attempting control here; only asking and hoping this touchy topic might benefit some people and perhaps encourage others.
So, if approved , I will see you there.