Thoughts On Discernment

The Holy Spirit X: Thoughts on Discernment I John 4:1

Introduction, Context and Relevance: I John 2:20-21, 27

I. Holy Spirit worked Discernment is a Matter of Critical Importance… A. In light of the day in which we live… B. The growing opinion even among professing Christians, it's OK to believe what you want… C. The Bible Teaches the Opposite…I John 4:1 1. This is an “imperative” to all Christians… 2. It is emphasized throughout all of the New Testament… Matthew 7:15-16; Acts 20:28ff; I Timothy 1:11ff; II. Peter 2:1-3…

Question: Where does this destructive teaching come from?

II. A Standard Must be Applied to Every Teaching and Practice… A. Two Attitudes, which we are harmful and must be avoided… 1. It can't happen here!I Timothy 3:1-5

Lesson: 2. Indifference to “Sound” (spiritually healthy) doctrine… B. There will be a cost to pay…

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III. The Reason For Discernment Clearly Stated… A. There are many false prophets… B. Many will depart from the faith… II Corinthians 11:13-15

Observations: 1. 2.