Awakened to Deliver – The Gifts of the Spirit: Discerning of Spirits
Week 30, Day 1: What Is the Discerning of Spirits?
Key Verse: 1 Corinthians 12:10 (NASB 2020)
“…to another the effecting of miracles, and to another prophecy, and to another the distinguishing of spirits…”
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Episode Highlights
• The discerning of spirits is the Spirit-given ability to perceive the source behind actions, messages, or atmospheres.
• This gift is not suspicion or intuition—it is supernatural insight from the Holy Spirit.
• Discernment helps us recognize whether something is from the Holy Spirit, a demonic spirit, the human soul, or angelic activity.
• Without this gift, the Church becomes vulnerable to deception, manipulation, and counterfeit manifestations.
• Hebrews 5:14 reminds us that discernment grows through maturity and practice.
• True discernment is rooted in love, not judgment, and it protects the believer from spiritual confusion.
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Scriptures to Reflect On
• 1 Corinthians 12:10 – “…to another the distinguishing of spirits…”
• Acts 16:17–18 – Paul discerns the spirit behind the slave girl.
• Matthew 16:23 – Jesus rebukes the spirit influencing Peter.
• Hebrews 5:14 – Discernment comes through training and spiritual maturity.
• 1 John 4:1 – “Test the spirits to see whether they are from God…”
• Hebrews 13:2 – Some have entertained angels without knowing it.
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Takeaway Thought
The discerning of spirits is not about being critical—it’s about clarity. It’s a protective gift that allows believers to recognize the true source behind what they see or hear, ensuring they stay aligned with God’s will and truth.
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Music Credits
• “Paphos” by Mountaineer
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Call to Action
Ask the Holy Spirit to sharpen your spiritual senses. This week, begin to pray for discernment in your conversations, decisions, and spiritual encounters. Tomorrow, we’ll explore how Jesus and the early Church operated in this gift—and how you can follow their example.
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