The presence and nature of evil spirits can be known by two principle methods -
discernment: I Cor. 12:10 lists "discerning of spirits" as one of the nine
supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit, and detection: The second method of knowing the
presence and nature of evil spirits. Detection is simply observing what spirits are doing
to a person (Mark 7:24-30):
1. Disturbances in the emotions which persist or recur.
2.
Disturbances in the mind or thought life.
3. Outbursts or uncontrolled use of the tongue.
4. Recurring unclean thoughts and acts regarding sex.
5. Addictions to nicotine, alcohol,
drugs, medicines, caffeine, food, etc.
6. Many diseases and physical afflictions are due
to spirits of infirmity (Luke 13:11).
7. Involvement to any degree in religious error can
open the door for demons as follows: a. False religions, e.g. Eastern religions, pagan
religions, philosophies and mind sciences. b. Christian Cults - all such cults may be
classified as bloodless religions "having a form of godliness, but denying the power
thereof" (II Tim. 3:5). c. Occult and Spiritism - Any method of seeking supernatural
knowledge, wisdom, guidance and power apart from God is forbidden (Deut. 18:9-15) d. False
Doctrine - a great increase of doctrinal errors will be promoted by deceiving and seducing
spirits in the last days (I Tim. 4:1).
~Bits and Pieces of the Deliverance Manual by Gene and Earline Moody
~Bits and Pieces of the Deliverance Manual by Gene and Earline Moody
Father, I thank You for creating within me a wise and discerning heart,
so that I am able to distinguish between right and wrong.
This is my prayer :
that my love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of
insight, so that I may be able to discern what is best and may be pure
and blameless until the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of
righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to Your glory and praise, O
Lord.
Father, I trust in You with all my heart and lean not on my
own understanding; in all my ways I acknowledge You, and You will make
my paths straight. Through Your precepts I get understanding; therefore,
I hate every false way. Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to
my path.
Joseph, in Genesis 41:39-41 niv, was described as a
discerning and wise man who was put in charge of the entire land of
Egypt. As You were with Joseph, Moses, and other strong, godly men
and women in the Bible, so shall You be with me. You will cause me to
find favor at my place of employment, at home, or wherever I may be.
I make [special] request, [asking] that I may be filled
with the full (deep and clear) knowledge of Your will in all spiritual
wisdom and in understanding and discernment of spiritual things—that I
may walk (live and conduct myself) in a manner worthy of You, Lord,
fully pleasing to You and desiring to please You in all things, steadily
growing and increasing in and by Your knowledge [with fuller, deeper,
and clearer insight, acquaintance, and recognition].
Because Jesus
has been made unto me wisdom, I listen and add to my learning; I
discern and get guidance, understanding what Your will is.
In the name of Jesus I pray, amen.
Scripture References:
1 Kings 3:9 niv Proverbs 3:1-4
Philippians 1:9-11 niv Colossians 1:9,10 amp
Proverbs 3:5 niv 1 Corinthians 1:30
Psalm 119:104,105 amp Proverbs 1:5
Genesis 41:39-41 niv Ephesians 5:17 niv
Joshua 1:5
Philippians 1:9-11 niv Colossians 1:9,10 amp
Proverbs 3:5 niv 1 Corinthians 1:30
Psalm 119:104,105 amp Proverbs 1:5
Genesis 41:39-41 niv Ephesians 5:17 niv
Joshua 1:5
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