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June 2008

The Working of Satan

6/29/2008

 
The coming of the lawless one is according to
the working of Satan, with all power
signs, and lying wonders. 
II Thessalonians 2:9


Several days ago the Lord impressed it upon my mind to prepare a message which I have tentatively titled, "The Working of Satan..."
It is based on II Thessalonians 2:9 as its main text, and other Scriptures will be given as well. And I want to write this message because I believe there's a lack of godly discernment within much of the body of Christ. Nowadays, much to my dismay, many Christians seem to be searching for some "new" thing. They'll travel many miles, at much cost, to get to the latest circus-like "Christian" event. They're desperate to obtain some kind of mysterious supernatural "impartation" from the latest religious superstar to come to the scene. Likewise, they're thirsting after the ultimate experience to add to the faith and power they're already supposed to possess as followers of the Lord Jesus.

Well I'm frustrated by the nonsense and the empty hype which often leaves my brethren disillusioned, and even in deep financial debt because of all the money they shelled out to travel to reach that "anointed" envoy from the spiritual realm with his claims of special access to God.

Therefore, may I humbly state that, leaving these charismatic superstars behind, may the body of Christ return to the "old paths" whom, for example, the prophet Jeremiah mentioned in his writings (Jeremiah 6:16).

And I believe that these 'old paths' - to fast-forward to our present time - consist of prayer, reading the Bible for one's self, and gathering in regular fellowship with other Christians who believe that the Bible is the Word of God. These are the basic ABCs to spiritual growth and maturity. These are the building blocks to becoming a Christian who's strong in his faith, and in power. There are no short cuts!

Whereas, with this in mind, I am working on a message that, Lord willing, when it is done, will get placed on this website. And I hope it will encourage all of us to "test" the spirits (I John 4:1-4), as well as help us to better understand that spiritual growth requires time with the Lord, and patience.

This is all I will say on the matter.

D.B.

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