Awakened to Deliver – The Gifts of the Spirit: Different kinds of Tongues

Week 31, Day 1: What Are “Different Kinds of Tongues”?

Key Verse: 1 Corinthians 12:10 (NASB 2020)

“…and to another various kinds of tongues, and to another the interpretation of tongues.”

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Episode Highlights

• The phrase “different kinds of tongues” refers to supernatural languages given by the Holy Spirit.

• There are at least three biblical categories: known earthly languages, heavenly/angelic languages, and public tongues with interpretation.

• Tongues are not gibberish or emotional outbursts—they are Spirit-empowered communication from the believer’s spirit.

• Acts 2 shows tongues as a sign for unbelievers; 1 Corinthians 14 shows tongues used for prayer and edification.

• Paul embraced tongues and expected believers to operate in them properly, not ignore them.

• The gift of tongues has not ceased and is still active and biblical today.

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Scriptures to Reflect On

• 1 Corinthians 12:10 – “…various kinds of tongues… the interpretation of tongues.”

• Acts 2:4, 7–8 – The disciples speak in known languages they never learned.

• 1 Corinthians 13:1 – “Tongues of men and of angels…”

• 1 Corinthians 14:2 – “He who speaks in a tongue speaks not to men but to God…”

• 1 Corinthians 14:14 – “If I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays…”

• 1 Corinthians 14:18 – “I thank God, I speak in tongues more than you all.”

• Acts 2:17 – “In the last days, I will pour out My Spirit…”

• 1 Corinthians 1:7 – “…not lacking in any gift as you eagerly await the return of Christ.”

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Takeaway Thought

Tongues are not just one singular gift—they are a category of supernatural expression that serves multiple purposes in the life of a believer and the Church. Whether for private edification, public exhortation, or as a sign to the lost, the gift of tongues is real, powerful, and still for today. Don’t reject what the Spirit wants to release in and through you—earnestly desire all that God has made available.

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Call to Action

Have you dismissed tongues because it felt strange or unfamiliar? Go back to the Word. Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you into truth. Whether you’ve never spoken in tongues or have simply misunderstood the gift, God is inviting you into deeper Spirit-led communication. Tune in tomorrow as we explore how tongues serve as a sign—for both believers and unbelievers.

Awakened to Deliver – The Gifts of the Spirit: Discerning of Spirits

Week 30, Day 5: Cultivating Discernment in Your Daily Walk

Key Verse: Hebrews 5:14 (NASB 2020)

“But solid food is for the mature, who because of practice have their senses trained to distinguish between good and evil.”

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Episode Introduction

In today’s final episode of the week, Jeff Fish teaches you how to make the gift of discerning of spirits more than just a Sunday experience—it’s a daily necessity. This gift isn’t just for church leaders or deliverance ministers—it’s for every believer who wants to walk in truth, avoid deception, and stay spiritually sharp in a world full of mixture.

Discernment isn’t just about catching false prophets or calling out demonic influence. It’s about seeing clearly, choosing wisely, and being led by the Spirit of truth. And the good news? It’s a gift that can grow.

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Today’s Highlights

• Discernment must be trained. Hebrews 5:14 shows us that mature believers grow discernment through practice—not just by having an experience, but through obedience and discipline.

• Start with the Word. Psalm 119:105 reminds us that the Bible is our lamp. You can’t discern by feeling—you discern by truth. Without Scripture, you’ll fall for anything that sounds spiritual but isn’t biblical.

• Walk closely with the Holy Spirit. John 16:13 promises He will guide us into all truth. Discernment flows from intimacy—when you walk with the Spirit, you recognize what’s not from Him.

• Engage spiritual disciplines. Fasting, prayer, holiness, and renewing your mind (Romans 12:2) sharpen your spiritual senses and expose subtle compromise.

• Pause and test everything. 1 Thessalonians 5:21 calls us to examine everything. Not every spiritual manifestation is from God. Learn to ask: Does this align with Scripture? Does it glorify Jesus? Does it bear good fruit?

• Stay submitted to godly authority. Proverbs 11:14 says there’s safety in counsel. True discernment doesn’t make you rebellious—it keeps you grounded in community and humble in spirit.

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Takeaway Thought

Discernment isn’t automatic—it’s intentional. God is raising up a mature Church, a Bride who isn’t tossed around by every spiritual trend but anchored in truth and led by the Spirit. That can be you—but only if you train your senses.

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Practical Challenge

• Read the Word daily—not just for knowledge, but as your foundation for truth.

• Invite the Holy Spirit into every decision, every conversation, and every moment.

• Practice spiritual discipline: fast, pray, and pursue holiness.

• Slow down and test what you hear before you receive it.

• Submit what you sense to trusted, Spirit-filled leaders.

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Let’s End with This Thought

Are you sharpening your discernment daily, or coasting on assumption? The more you walk in discernment, the more you’ll walk in freedom. And the more God can entrust you with deeper spiritual responsibility.

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Coming Up Next

Next week, Jeff launches a brand-new series on the gift of different kinds of tongues. What are they? How do they operate? And what does the Bible say about praying in tongues? You won’t want to miss it.

Awakened to Deliver – The Gifts of the Spirit: Discerning of Spirits

Week 30, Day 4: Why the Church Needs This Gift Today

Key Verse: 2 Corinthians 11:14 (NASB 2020)

“No wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.”

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Episode Introduction

In today’s sobering episode, Jeff Fish exposes the urgency and necessity of the gift of discerning of spirits in the modern Church. Deception is no longer lurking in the shadows—it’s showing up on Christian stages, behind pulpits, and across our social feeds. And what many are calling “moves of God” may, in fact, be manipulations of the enemy.

False prophets don’t come wearing name tags. The devil rarely shows up with horns and a pitchfork—he comes cloaked in light, quoting Scripture out of context, and leading people subtly off course. That’s why we can’t afford to rely on emotions or popularity. We need the kind of spiritual discernment that sees beneath the surface and tests everything by the Spirit of truth.

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Key Points Covered Today

• The Church is full of mixture. Emotionalism is being mistaken for anointing. Without discernment, we confuse theatrics with true deliverance, and chaos with the Holy Spirit.

• Deception is getting more sophisticated. Paul warned about “another Jesus” (2 Corinthians 11:4)—a soft-on-sin, compromise-friendly version of Christ. That false Christ is rising in popularity today.

• Wolves wear sheep’s clothing. Many false teachers sound right, look anointed, and even quote Scripture—yet operate under demonic influence. Discernment cuts through the disguise.

• Discernment is not about pride—it’s about protection. True discernment guards the Church, protects families, and shields hearts from spiritual deception.

• Spiritual warfare is intensifying. As revival rises, so does the counterfeit. Just like Pharaoh’s magicians mimicked Moses’ miracles, the enemy can imitate power. Discernment is what separates holy fire from hell’s imitation.

• Discernment must be practiced. Hebrews 5:14 reminds us that spiritual maturity sharpens our senses. Discernment grows as we walk closely with the Holy Spirit, stay anchored in the Word, and remain sensitive to what grieves or glorifies God.

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Takeaway Thought

You can’t afford to dull your discernment in a world filled with deception. This gift may protect not only your own walk with Christ, but the people around you. God is raising up a bold, discerning generation—one that won’t fall for the fake or bow to pressure. Will you be part of it?

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Reflect and Respond

Ask yourself today:

• Am I testing what I hear, or just assuming it’s from God because it sounds good?

• Have I tolerated false teachings or spiritual mixture out of fear of confrontation?

• Am I sharpening my senses through the Word and intimacy with the Holy Spirit?

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Coming Up Next

Tomorrow, Jeff wraps up the week by teaching you how to grow in this gift—how to train your spiritual senses, cultivate daily discernment, and walk in step with the Spirit.

Awakened to Deliver – The Gifts of the Spirit: Discerning of Spirits

Week 30, Day 3: Recognizing the Spirit Behind the Manifestation

Key Verse: 1 John 4:1 (NASB 2020)

“Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God…”

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Episode Highlights

• Not every supernatural manifestation is from the Holy Spirit—some are soulish or demonic.

• The discerning of spirits reveals the true source behind a word, action, or atmosphere.

• Every manifestation comes from one of three sources: the Holy Spirit, the human soul, or a demonic spirit.

• True manifestations of the Holy Spirit always glorify Jesus, align with Scripture, and produce the fruit of the Spirit.

• Practical tests for discernment include alignment with the Word, fruit, witness of the Spirit, and long-term impact.

• We are called to guard against counterfeit manifestations while embracing what is authentically from God.

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Scriptures to Reflect On

• 1 John 4:1 – “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits…”

• 2 Corinthians 11:14 – Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.

• Acts 16:16–18 – Paul discerns the spirit of divination in the slave girl.

• Matthew 7:16 – “You will know them by their fruits.”

• 1 Thessalonians 5:19–21 – Test everything; hold firmly to what is good.

• Galatians 5:22–23 – The fruit of the Spirit.

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Takeaway Thought

The gift of discernment isn’t about suspicion or fear—it’s about clarity and protection. When we test the spirits through Scripture, prayer, and the leading of the Holy Spirit, we can recognize what’s truly from God, reject the counterfeit, and guard the move of God in our lives.

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Call to Action

Ask the Holy Spirit to sharpen your spiritual senses so you can recognize what’s real and reject what’s counterfeit. Tomorrow, we’ll explore why this gift is more critical than ever for the Church—and how deception often disguises itself as truth.

Awakened to Deliver – The Gifts of the Spirit: Discerning of Spirits

Week 30, Day 2: How Jesus and the Early Church Operated in Discernment

Key Verse: Matthew 16:23 (NASB 2020)

“But He turned and said to Peter, ‘Get behind Me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to Me; for you are not setting your mind on God’s purposes, but men’s.’”

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Episode Highlights

• Jesus modeled perfect discernment, identifying the spirit influencing Peter’s words in Matthew 16:23.

• Discernment reveals the source behind words or actions—whether they’re from God, man, or demonic influence.

• The early Church operated powerfully in this gift—Peter discerned deception in Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 5), and Paul exposed a spirit of divination in Acts 16.

• True discernment protects the move of God and preserves the purity of the Church.

• Discernment is sharpened through intimacy with God, obedience to the Spirit, and staying grounded in Scripture.

• Without discernment, we risk being swayed by flattery, emotion, or counterfeit spiritual activity.

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Scriptures to Reflect On

• Matthew 16:23 – Jesus rebukes Satan speaking through Peter.

• Mark 1:23–25 – Jesus discerns and expels an unclean spirit.

• Acts 5:3 – Peter discerns deception in Ananias.

• Acts 8:18–23 – Peter rebukes Simon the Sorcerer’s corrupted motives.

• Acts 16:16–18 – Paul exposes the spirit of divination in the slave girl.

• Hebrews 4:12 – God’s Word judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

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Takeaway Thought

The gift of discernment allows believers to see past appearances and recognize the true spiritual source behind what they encounter. Jesus and the early Church walked in this power—and so can we—by remaining sensitive to the Holy Spirit, rooted in Scripture, and committed to prayer.

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Call to Action

Ask the Holy Spirit to train your spiritual senses so you can discern what’s truly from Him. Tomorrow, we’ll dive into how to recognize the spirit behind the manifestation—and why testing the spirits is essential in today’s world.

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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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.