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Governing Authorities
I must post this because it testifies, not only to the spirit that I have encountered here, but likewise to the sheer lack of knowledge and understanding. Someone, in threatening me with their authority, demanded that I conform, according to what they thought to be scripture: "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." Not only is that not actual scripture, it is taken completely out of context; especially where a prophetic ministry is concerned. That being said, in all things scriptural, there must be discernment.
God's authority overrules all human authority. Therefore, we are governed, first and foremost, by His instructions. For example: Just because Romans may abuse children, doesn't mean that we do the same when in Rome. Romans may mistreat orphans, widows, and elders, but God's instructions expressly teach against such behavior. In like manner, certainly, we don't seek to exploit the Holy Spirit just because "Romans" have chosen to do so. Paul conformed to certain rules of the land to win souls for the sake of the gospel, but never did he disobey God's instructions. It is because of that very same loyalty to God that he was martyred in Rome. Discernment.
Isaiah 58:1 (NIV)
Governing Authorities
I must post this because it testifies, not only to the spirit that I have encountered here, but likewise to the sheer lack of knowledge and understanding. Someone, in threatening me with their authority, demanded that I conform, according to what they thought to be scripture: "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." Not only is that not actual scripture, it is taken completely out of context; especially where a prophetic ministry is concerned. That being said, in all things scriptural, there must be discernment.
God's authority overrules all human authority. Therefore, we are governed, first and foremost, by His instructions. For example: Just because Romans may abuse children, doesn't mean that we do the same when in Rome. Romans may mistreat orphans, widows, and elders, but God's instructions expressly teach against such behavior. In like manner, certainly, we don't seek to exploit the Holy Spirit just because "Romans" have chosen to do so. Paul conformed to certain rules of the land to win souls for the sake of the gospel, but never did he disobey God's instructions. It is because of that very same loyalty to God that he was martyred in Rome. Discernment.
Isaiah 58:1 (NIV)
"Shout it aloud, do not hold back. Raise your voice like a trumpet. Declare to my people their rebellion and to the descendants of Jacob their sins."
Even when that means being cast out of man's venues, or thrown in jail. I give precedence to God's authority.
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request for healing and deliverance according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Prayer Focus: God, You are the great Physician, Healer, and Deliver. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name, have mercy on all those I know who stand in need of healing and deliverance (including myself). Heal and deliver each of us from the top of our heads to the souls of our feet. Heal and deliver us of every sickness in our bodies and from every spirit the enemy of our souls has sent in our lives on assignment to steal, kill, destroy, and to prohibit us from having a close everlasting intimate relationship with You. God thoroughly wash, cleanse, purify, and restore each of us. Touch our hearts, minds, and bodies. Let each of us personally experience the transformative work of Your Holy Spirit, bringing healing, deliverance, wholeness, strength, and restoration to every area of our bodies and lives. God all that I have asked of You in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of this prayer. Thank You Jesus. Amen, so be it by faith!
