The Test Of Conviction

Apostle Grace Lubega

2 Timothy 3:16(KJV); All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness

Every conviction in your spirit must be aligned with the Word of God. His Word is the test of conviction.

Take the example of Christians who claim that the Lord led them to marry non believers. In 2 Corinthians 6:14, He says, “Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?”

Do you mean to say that God went against His own Word?

Someone else might claim that the Lord spoke to them not to tithe for an entire year. In Malachi 3:10, He says, “Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse…”

Why would He ignore His own Word and tell you not to tithe? Whenever you hear a voice or feel a conviction that is contrary to the Word of God, understand that it is the voice of a familiar spirit and not the voice of God.

You can never be convicted outside the principles of God. He is a God of deep integrity; He keeps His Word. He doesn’t change His mind as and when it suits Him.

Be keen to ask whether the conviction you carry is in line with the Word of God lest you find yourself in error.

His name be praised!

FURTHER STUDY: Psalm 119:89, Psalm 138:2

GOLDEN NUGGET:

You can never be convicted outside the principles of God. He is a God of deep integrity; He keeps His Word. He doesn’t change His mind as and when it suits Him.

PRAYER: Father, I thank you for this Wisdom. The Word dwells richly in me and is the basis of all my desires. It is a lamp unto my feet and my guiding light in the paths of life. My decisions are Word-aligned; my convictions are Word-aligned and my plans are Word-aligned. In Jesus’ name, Amen.