THE LORDS SENDS LYING SPIRITS TO REPROBATE PREACHERS AND LEADERS

 You shall not be a victim of evil  deception because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

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THE LORDS SENDS LYING SPIRITS TO REPROBATE PREACHERS AND LEADERS

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Matthew 7:21-23

" Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 

[22]Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 

[23]And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. "

The theme of God sending a lying spirit to reprobate preachers and leaders finds its roots in various biblical passages. In **1 Kings 22:20-23**, the prophet Micaiah recounts a vision where God permits a lying spirit to deceive King Ahab through false prophets. God asks, "Who will entice Ahab to go and fall at Ramoth Gilead?" A spirit volunteers, promising to be a lying spirit in the mouths of Ahab's prophets. This deception leads Ahab to his downfall, illustrating God's sovereignty even over the forces of deception.

Similarly, **Judges 9:23** describes God sending an evil spirit between Abimelech and the leaders of Shechem, causing discord that eventually leads to Abimelech's demise. Here, God uses the spirit to bring about justice against a corrupt ruler.

In the New Testament, **2 Thessalonians 2:10-12** warns that those who reject the truth will be given over to delusion. It says, "God sends them a powerful delusion so that they will believe the lie," condemning those who take pleasure in wickedness.

These passages reveal a consistent biblical theme: God allows deceit to ensnare those who persist in rebellion and wickedness, ultimately leading to their judgment.

 In our daily prayers we should seek for the spirit of discernment to avoid falling victim of false leaders and be filled with God's word always .

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome deception. Amen 

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