In "The Spirit is Still Alive," we are pulled deep into the ancient narratives of First Samuel, but don’t be fooled into thinking these stories are relics of a bygone era. No, sir, the spirits we read about then are alive and well today, roaming as they always have, possessing those who ignore or defy God's Word. The deadly cocktail of deceit, jealousy, and unchecked ambition embodied in King Saul is vividly alive in today's world, whether it’s in government halls or among those who profess a faith they've never truly embraced. We're reminded of unspeakable corruption attacking the church, as if the enemy is determined to topple the kingdom from within. If you’ve been lulled into a false sense of security, thinking the battle was for David alone, think again. This warfare is yours too, and it's high time you face it with eyes wide open.
But this ain’t just a blazing warning; it's a call to action. The scripture sings a mighty truth—obedience to God and reliance on His unyielding strength is non-negotiable. Who among you is ready to meditate on His word, to seek His face before charging into the fray? Remember, David didn't step forward without aligning to God's will, and neither should you. Don’t be blind to the wager, for spirits of deceit and ambition still whisper in the ears of the powerful and the meek alike. Listen, it's not just the enemy outside these walls you need to be wary of—sometimes, it’s the one who’s eaten the bread from your table. Yes, my dear saints, trust not in appearances but in the Lord, the Deliverer, the only one who can pluck you from the hands of those who'd watch you fall. Will you seek the Living God, or will you be swayed by the world’s torrent of lies? Choose now, firm and unyielding, because the spirits that plagued the past are waiting to ensnare you today.
The teaching starts at 0:45
Focus: 1 Samuel 23:8
All Verses Covered: 1 Samuel 22:20-23, 23:1-17
Also read: Genesis 4:1-16, 1 Samuel 15:22-23, 19:1, 18:10-11, 24:10, 25:29, 2 Samuel 1:26, 22:31-33, 1 Kings 19:1-9, 2 Chronicles 18:22, Job 1:6-12, 2:1-6, Psalms 37:32-33, 55:21, 118:8-9, Isaiah 54:17, Jeremiah 17:5-8, Ezekiel 13:1-3, Daniel 3:16-18, Matthew 5:10-12, 10:18-22, 24:9, John 7:11-13, 15:18-21, Acts 9:22-25, 13:10, 17:5-10, 1 Corinthians 5:7-8, Ephesians 6:10-13, 1 Timothy 4:1-3, 2 Timothy 3:12-13, 1 Peter 4:12-16, 2 Peter 2:1-3, 1 John 4:1-3, Revelation 16:13-14, 20:7-9
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