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Hacked Google Search Console

Have you ever wondered what hacked Google Search Console reports look like? I share mine in this Livestream. 0:00- Everything we do affects more than ourselves In last week's update, I talked about how everything that we do has an impact on more than just ourselves. This is part of ...

Deception vs True Discernment in Job 4-5

In Job chapters 4-5, we hear a new voice in Job’s story. Job 1 sets the stage for what is going on behind the scenes and we learn of how tragedy befalls Job. In chapter 2, Job’s misfortunes continue, not only does he lose everything that he has, but he ...

What is the Spirit of Harlotry?

The prophet Hosea had a word of warning for the people of Israel, one that was brought with a vivid illustration of how the Lord viewed their worship. We are familiar with God using visions and dreams to speak to his people, but prophets were also often instructed to perform ...
On elections, faith, and parties

On Elections, Faith, and Parties

Early voting has ended in the midterm elections and Election Day is Tuesday.  Many in America see it as a turning point, there is much at stake.  Locally, we have a big fight brewing.   Ted Cruz is defending his senate seat from challenger Beto O'Rourke.  You might have heard of ...
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A Perfect Gift: Inspire Journaling Bible

Americans are givers. We find reasons to give gifts at every opportunity: birthdays, graduations, baby showers, wedding showers, retirement parties, housewarming parties, and special days of appreciation for every profession ever conceived. But giving a good gift can be tricky. We want to give something that the recipient will enjoy ...
The Scent of the Spirit of Christmas

The Scent of the Spirit of Christmas

Do you know what Christmas smells like? Maybe when you think of Christmas, it reminds you of the smell of evergreens, cinnamon, and spice. The sense of smell is considered the bridge between the physical and the spiritual or unseen realm. For those who do not see with their eyes ...
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Hearing the Angels Sing

We were talking about angels. The lesson in our Sunday school class was on Luke 2 when the angels announce the birth of Jesus on the hillside. The shepherds were minding their own business on the hillside, sitting out with the sheep. Unlike David who watched his sheep on that ...

Supernatural Book Review

We know of the Bible as the story of God's plan of salvation for mankind. From the first page to the last, we see that he had the end in mind from the very beginning. However, most of the time we see just two parties to the story: the Triune ...
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Discerning of Spirits in the Bible

In another post on discerning of spirits, I talked about what the gift of discerning of spirits actually is and how that is different from and relates to discernment.  This post is going to cover discerning of spirits in the Bible focusing on scripture that discusses times that the spiritual ...
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What Does it Mean to Quench the Spirit?

Many of us are familiar with the verse, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, "Quench Not the Spirit;" however, not everyone will agree on what it means.  There are a few guidelines one should follow when interpreting a passage of Scripture. The first guideline is to read it in context.  Not only in ...
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Fighting Discouragement & Why Little Things Matter

There was a smell and a sense of something that seemed to be moving throughout the room.    I was at the Woodway Campus attending a class called Missio Dei, Mission of God.  A ten week class, each week a featured speaker would share about the ministry they were involved in.  ...
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Christmas, Candy Canes, and Chaos

A week ago my daughter, Avery, came home from a church LEAD team party bubbling with stories of her friends.  She had a candy cane in hand and showed me the card with a poem about candy canes.  I'm sure you've seen it: Look at the Candy Cane What do ...
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Discerning of Spirits Examples

While we should always test from the Bible first, I think it also helps to hear real life stories from the present day to help identify what we are experiencing.  I've read several books on this, but I found James Goll's book, The Seer, to be particularly helpful because he ...
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Discerning the Presence of the Holy Spirit

As believers, our first step on the path to growing our gift is to be able to discern the presence of the Holy Spirit.  He has a tangible presence and we should recognize him when he comes. We should also invite his presence.  One of my pastors, Pastor Quanidos, says, "The ...
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Developing the Gift of Discerning of Spirits

Discerning of spirits is one of the "knowledge" spiritual gifts.  It can be used to determine the source of what appears to be manifestations of the power and speech gifts versus false signs.  It is also used in identifying situations that need intercession. So how do you develop the gift ...
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What is the Purpose of Discerning of Spirits?

So what exactly is the "discerning of spirits?" It is one of the Gifts of the Spirit.  The King James Version translates it as "discerning of spirits."  The English Standard Version translates it as "distinguish between spirits."[1] I think that both are true. Purpose of Discerning of Spirits As with all of the spiritual ...
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What is Discerning of Spirits?

You often hear people say: "They give me the willies" "You look depressed." "It was a very tense situation." "I felt someone looking at me." When someone talks about picking up on the emotion of a person or the spirit/atmosphere in a situation, we understand what they mean.  Ninety-three percent of ...

  • Discerning of Spirits Resources

    Seeing the Supernatural

    Seeing the Supernatural by Jennifer Eivaz On Amazon”>

    Seeing Angels and Demons

    Seeing Angels and Demons by Susan Merritt On Amazon

    Discerning of Spirits by Francis Frangipane

    Discerning of Spirits by Francis Frangipane On Amazon

    Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide to Everyday Living

    Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide On Amazon

    The Gifts of the Spirit by Derek Prince

    The Gifts of the Spirit by Derek Prince On Amazon

    Releasing Spiritual Gifts Today

    Releasing Spiritual Gifts Today by James Goll On Amazon

    The Seer by James Goll

    The Seer by James Goll On Amazon