Be Careful Whom You Listen to…
Be careful to understand: no man, regardless of who he says he is, is given the responsibility of telling anyone what to do, where to go, and assume to know everything to tell you.
It is taught in Scripture, “As many are led by The Spirit — they are The Sons of God.”
And take note of Romans 8:14 —
“For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.” Romans 8:14
I want you to know then, God leads by The Holy Spirit and this is the Way of The LORD to all His People.
Now…. [now that we have been given the indwelling of The Holy Spirit] In the Old testament, The Holy Spirit only came upon some men [and only certain ones at that] and not all men had The Holy Spirit living in them……
We must understand that the operation of God in His People was somewhat different back then, under the Old Covenant.
God did speak through the Priest, Judges, Prophets, and Kings — but has now changed after the body became the dwelling place of The Spirit.
In the Old Testament, Prophets spoke with greater authority then in this New Covenant time. In fact, the Scriptures were given through them as they spoke!
They were foundational Prophets, who spoke things forth in greater authority. But today, the Prophet is not foundational, and speaks in the Spirit Prophetic Revelation of the Revealed Word of God.
New Scripture is not being written. The Word of God has been settled. The Prophet today only sheds Light and Prophetic understanding of the Scriptures.
In the Old Covenant, God spoke through Prophets to tell men what to do, where to go, etc. But today God speaks through Prophets only words of instruction, help, and even correction. God leads the Prophet to speak in light of The Truth given.
So, today, we are admonished not to follow Prophets, but to follow The Holy Spirit [who will be and is our Teacher, Guide, and Councilor, and Helper.]
The fact is we all now are led by The Holy Spirit.
Having said that, I caution you to hear men, for each and every one of them you hear must be qualified by The Holy Spirit.
I do believe that The LORD does speak through men today, but in the case each man who speaks — must then be proven by The Holy Spirit.
When God does speak through a man, He will back it up with the authority of the Scripture, and witness in The Holy Spirit.
Before taking every man talking as from The LORD, one must then qualify the voice and have it confirmed.
This is then part of the work of a prophet… to speak Conformation to men.
The Scriptures call it Prophetic Words like Words of Wisdom and Words of Knowledge. Words of understanding in the Spirit.
If we only listen to men, we can be in great trouble and be led astray by those speaking, if they speak only in their own understanding and mind.
I went for most of my life as a Minister, called of God and even anointed of The LORD, but i made a mistake of hearing men over God.
I listened to men and [sometimes they were speaking truth from God….. and at other times they spoke as a man].
I was led far astray by men, only to find myself in great difficulty.
I want then to warn you, do seek the qualifying of The Holy Spirit…. and i believe through The Word of God…. on each and every voice you listen to.
If it is a Word from God — then God will give confirmation in The Spirit and The Word.
It is imperative to prove the Word spoken, to see if it is of The LORD — or not!
“Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world. Hereby know ye the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God:
And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world.
Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
They are of the world: therefore speak they of the world, and the world heareth them.
We are of God: he that knoweth God heareth us; he that is not of God heareth not us. Hereby know we the spirit of truth, and the spirit of error.” 1 John 4:1-6
So, I have been led to tell you to be very careful to listen and to make sure what they are saying is truly from The LORD.
Many are out there who speak out of their understanding… and religion is on main stage now.
Many are only Religious Men speaking: So Caution!
Prove them with The Voice of The LORD. Seek His clear Voice, and you can hear Him speak through His Word.
But He will speak, does talk. It behooves all to seek Him till we find Him, and when we do we will know for sure The Truth.
Never assume that all speaking are speaking from The LORD.
I myself am a Prophet, and I must tell you, I have no authority to tell you everything to do. I know it. You must know it.
I do hear from The LORD, but He gives me Understanding and Words of Knowledge and Words of Wisdom, and Prophetic Words to speak.
These words are instruction — and even correction — but they do not tell you “Exactly where to go and what to do” and if you hear them, you will be shown that God is speaking to you by confirmation and instruction only.
But God Himself will lead you all by His Spirit.
You will not then be deceived. This is why I send this Warning, men must hear The LORD.. and it is promised, for the Scriptures do teach us: “My Sheep hear My Voice an another will they not follow.”
In John 10 Jesus said:
“Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber.
But he that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep.
To him the porter openeth; and the sheep hear his voice: and he calleth his own sheep by name, and leadeth them out.
And when he putteth forth his own sheep, he goeth before them, and the sheep follow him: for they know his voice.
And a stranger will they not follow, but will flee from him: for they know not the voice of strangers.” John 10:1-5
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I have written this Word in obedience to my Holy Spirit Teacher.
If you question what I am writing to you, then Pray and ask God if I speak The Truth.
He will tell you and show you The Truth. For this Word is not mine — but His.
Prove it then. Pray. Listen. Hear.
~ Desert Prophet Ken Dewey
The light will shine in His glory… In the desert.
Evangelist/ Prophet/ Pastor Ken Dewey is the founder of “OUT OF THE DESERT MINISTRIES“ in Belen, New Mexico, USA.
He writes on Facebook and OutOfTheDesertMinistries.com Prophetic Words, Sermons and Teachings while leading people into true Church settings and preaching in an End Time Gospel Tent Ministry.
For more information and messages, please visit OutOfTheDesertMinistries.com.
I remember some years ago, The Holy Spirit spoke to me about false prophet and pastor among other leaders. Now you are bearing witness to what was spoken to me. People need to recognize the voice of God!!
Thank you! May God continue to speak to you as you spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
A confirming word we all need to remember..especially when so many are being led astray by their own emotions along with the strong special of deception that is abounding constantly. Thanks for sharing. Blessings, Sandi Holman
Thanks again on the same pages Hurry Lord Jesus
Amen.Follow the Holy Spirit [who was and still is our best teacher, guide, advisor and helper. ]