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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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.

Awakened to Deliver – The Gifts of the Spirit: Prophecy

Week 29, Day 5: Walking in the Prophetic – Faith, Integrity, and Submission

Key Verse: 1 Thessalonians 5:20–21 (NASB 2020)

“Do not despise prophetic utterances, but examine everything; hold firmly to that which is good.”

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Episode Highlights

• Walking in the prophetic requires faith, integrity, and humility.

• Prophecy must be tested and weighed against Scripture, never accepted blindly.

• Character matters—without purity of heart, the prophetic gift can be misused.

• Submission to spiritual authority and accountability protects the gift.

• True prophetic ministry is anchored in the Word of God and motivated by love.

• God is raising up everyday believers to carry His voice with clarity and compassion.

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Scriptures to Reflect On

• 1 Thessalonians 5:20–21 – “Do not despise prophetic utterances, but examine everything; hold firmly to that which is good.”

• Romans 12:6 – Prophecy must be in proportion to one’s faith.

• 1 Samuel 3:19 – The Lord was with Samuel, and none of his words failed.

• 1 Corinthians 14:32 – “The spirits of prophets are subject to prophets.”

• 2 Peter 1:19 – Scripture is the more sure prophetic word.

• 1 Corinthians 13:2 – Without love, even prophecy is nothing.

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Takeaway Thought

God is not just looking for prophetic voices—He is looking for prophetic lives. When you walk in faith, integrity, and submission, the gift of prophecy flows with purity and power, always pointing people back to Jesus.

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Call to Action

Are you ready to live a prophetic life, not just speak prophetic words? Ask the Holy Spirit to refine your motives, strengthen your faith, and keep you anchored in the Word. Next week, we’ll dive into the discerning of spirits—an essential gift for every believer.

Awakened to Deliver – The Gifts of the Spirit: Prophecy

Week 29, Day 4: The Purpose and Power of Prophetic Words

Key Verse: 1 Corinthians 14:3 (NASB 2020)

“But the one who prophesies speaks to people for edification, exhortation, and consolation.”

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Episode Highlights

• Prophecy strengthens believers through edification, exhortation, and consolation.

• Prophetic words confirm God’s calling, activate spiritual gifts, and bring clarity to the Church.

• True prophecy flows from love and must always align with Scripture.

• Prophetic words reveal hidden things to bring freedom, not shame or condemnation.

• Testing prophecy is vital—every word should glorify Jesus and bear witness with the Spirit.

• Mature prophetic ministry requires humility, accountability, and the fruit of the Spirit.

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Scriptures to Reflect On

• 1 Corinthians 14:3 – Prophecy builds up, stirs up, and lifts up.

• 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21 – “Do not despise prophetic utterances, but examine everything…”

• 1 Timothy 1:18 – Prophetic words confirm calling and direction.

• 1 Timothy 4:14 – “Do not neglect the spiritual gift within you, which was granted to you through prophecy…”

• Acts 13:2 – The Spirit’s prophetic direction for Paul and Barnabas.

• Revelation 19:10 – The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.

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Takeaway Thought

Prophecy is a powerful tool that strengthens, confirms, and directs, but it must always flow from the Father’s heart. True prophetic words don’t manipulate or condemn—they build faith, bring comfort, and call people closer to Jesus.

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Stay Connected

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Music Credits

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Call to Action

Have you received a prophetic word recently? Take time to pray over it, test it, and ask God how to walk it out. Tomorrow, we’ll wrap up this series by learning how to walk in the prophetic with faith, integrity, and submission to the Holy Spirit.