“Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we might know the things that have been freely given to us by God” — (1 Corinthians 2:12 NKJV)
As a believer, you must recognize that you have received the Spirit of God, not the spirit of the world. These two spirits are fundamentally opposed. The Spirit of God proceeds from the Father — “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father…” — (John 15:26 NKJV) — and His purpose is to conform you to the ways of the Father. In contrast, the spirit of the world originates in this fallen age and seeks to mold you into its values and patterns.
Be vigilant about which influence you yield to. The spirit of the world is subtle and deceptive, presenting worldly ways as logical and harmless. Many believers have fallen prey to its seductions, adopting lifestyles and mindsets at odds with Christ. This spirit blinds people to idolatry, moral compromise, and even the denial of eternity beyond this life.
The assignment of the spirit of the world is to turn hearts away from God, leading souls into error and ultimately separation from Him. But you have been given a greater Gift — the very Spirit of God — to guide you into all truth and produce in you the character of Christ.
Therefore, whenever you feel tempted to conform to worldly standards or surrender to cultural pressures, remind yourself: you are indwelt by the Spirit of God, not the spirit of this world. Keep this truth before your mind, and you will resist deception and stand firm in godly wisdom. Hallelujah!
Today’s Rhema
When you constantly remind yourself that you have received the Spirit of God and not the spirit of the world, you will never fall for the world’s deceptive traps!
Confession for the Day
Father, I thank You for giving me Your Spirit to guide, teach, and empower me. I choose today to be led by Your Spirit and not by the spirit of the world. As I yield to You, I bear fruit that glorifies You both now and forever, in Jesus’ name. Amen!
