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10 MISTAKES YOU MUST AVOID WHILE OPERATING IN THE WORD OF KNOWLEDGE
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3 hrs ago10 Mistake You Must Avoid While Operating In The Gift Of Word Of Knowledge
Operating in the Gift of the Word of Knowledge (1 Corinthians 12:8) requires spiritual sensitivity, humility, and maturity. This gift allows believers to receive divine insight into facts or situations that are humanly unknowable — but it must be handled carefully.
1. Confusing Human Intuition with the Holy Spirit
Many mistake natural discernment, suspicion, or personal observation for revelation from God.
Correction: The true word of knowledge comes with inner peace, clarity, and confirmation by the Spirit (John 16:13)
2. Adding Personal Interpretation
Receiving a true word but adding personal reasoning or assumption often corrupts the message.
Correction: Speak only what God reveals. Avoid “helping God” by interpreting beyond what He said (Deuteronomy 4:2).
3. Pride and Self-Exaltation
Some begin to see themselves as “special” because God uses them. This opens the door to deception.
Correction: Remember the gift is a service tool, not a status symbol (1 Corinthians 12:7; James 4:6).
4. Not Testing the Spirit
Sometimes, evil spirits can imitate revelation to mislead (1 John 4:1).
Correction: Always test revelations by Scripture, peace of the Spirit, and wise counsel.
5. Publicly Exposing People’s Secrets
Sharing sensitive information in public can embarrass or wound others.
Correction: Share privately when needed; the goal is restoration, not humiliation (Galatians 6:1).
6. Not Submitting to Spiritual Authority
Operating outside pastoral covering can lead to error and pride.
Correction: Stay accountable to mature spiritual leaders for guidance and correction.
7. Ignoring Confirmation
Acting on a “word” without waiting for confirmation can lead to confusion.
Correction: The Word of Knowledge often confirms what God has already been speaking to a person or church (2 Corinthians 13:1).
8. Using the Gift for Personal Gain
Using the gift to manipulate, impress, or gain followers is spiritual abuse.
Correction: Freely you have received, freely give (Matthew 10:8). The motive must be love.
9. Neglecting Prayer and Purity
When your prayer life is weak or your heart impure, accuracy declines.
Correction: Stay spiritually sensitive through fasting, prayer, and holiness (Psalm 24:3–4).
10. Not Giving Glory to God
Some receive accurate revelations but forget to acknowledge the Giver.
Correction: Always direct praise to Jesus, not yourself (John 3:30).