Day 21: Sunday, January 26
“Spiritual Discernment for the Times We Live In”.
Pastor Daniel
Hebrews 5:14 (NLT): “Solid food is for the mature, who through practice are able to distinguish between good and evil.”
These intense 21 days of fasting and prayer have cultivated in our spirits a heightened sensitivity and in our souls a profound thirst for the things of God. We have witnessed miracles, wonders, and marvels amidst His people, accompanied by beautiful testimonies.
How much can a person grow in 21 days? How much can one mature? When we surrender our lives into the hands of God, He can perform miracles both instantly and progressively. The essential truth is that maturity involves growth in relation to the Word of God and being guided by the Holy Spirit.
The perception of danger varies significantly between a child and a mature adult, as a child often fails to recognize risks in many situations. Therefore, the Bible instructs us to long for solid food to achieve maturity, as expressed in 1 Peter 2:2.
Satan devises plans of destruction and death for you, your family, and all those around you. He stands in opposition to everything that pleases God, prowling like a roaring lion seeking someone to devour. Consequently, each of us must learn to develop our spiritual senses, remain vigilant, and seek divine wisdom to avoid succumbing to the enemy’s suggestions.
We have all been bestowed with discernment between good and evil. As we exercise our senses in communion with the Holy Spirit, the truth will be revealed in our lives. We reside in a world bombarded with external information, much of it comprising false teachings and doctrines stemming from hell itself, where good is deemed evil and evil is classified as good (Isaiah 5:20).
The Bible instructs us in 1 John 4:1 (NASB): “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.” Our beloved Lord Jesus clarified this by stating, “You will know them by their fruits.” The biblical outlook warns us that difficult times will arise in the last days (2 Timothy 3:1).
Spiritual discernment does not require us to adopt a spirit of suspicion toward everything; rather, we must view each situation through the lens of God’s Word.
Action of the Day: How to Cultivate Our Discernment in These Times
Pray and Study God’s Word. Maintain a constant connection with God through prayer and the reading of Scripture. Psalm 119:105: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
Seek the Guidance of the Holy Spirit. Trust in the Spirit’s direction when making wise decisions. James 1:5: “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God…”
Participate in the Community of Faith. Embrace the importance of gathering and joining a church, fostering fellowship and counsel from other believers. Proverbs 27:17: “As iron sharpens iron, so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend.”
Congratulations! We have successfully concluded this 21-day period of fasting and prayer. Wishing you many blessings!