Watchers at War: Divisive Spirits in the Last Days

[Andy C]

In 2 Timothy 3:1-5, the Apostle Paul warns of the perilous times that will characterize the last

days: "But realize this, that in the last days difficult times will come. For men will be lovers of

self, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, revilers, disobedient to parents, ungrateful, unholy,

unloving, irreconcilable, malicious gossips, without self-control, brutal, haters of good,

treacherous, reckless, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, holding to a form

of godliness, although they have denied its power; avoid such men as these."



While this passage speaks broadly about the state of humanity, it serves as a sobering reminder

for believers: even within the Church and prophecy community, the enemy seeks to sow seeds of

division. Divisive spirits often target the fellowship of believers, exploiting non-salvific and

extra-biblical issues to fracture the body of Christ.



This article explores the rise of these divisive spirits, particularly within the prophecy

community, and calls for discernment, humility, and unity as we anticipate the Lord's return.

Watchers at War: Divisive Spirits in the Last Days

In 2 Timothy 3:1-5, the Apostle Paul warns of the perilous times that will characterize the lastdays: "But realize this, that in the last days difficult times will come. For men will be lovers ofself, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, revilers, disobedient to parents, ungrateful...

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[mattfivefour]

Excellent article! And badly needed.

 

[Margery]

Love this and especially this good little nugget near the end:



"When we encounter disagreements, particularly on prophetic matters, our response should be

marked by grace and humility. Galatians 5:14-15 warns: "For the whole Law is fulfilled in one

word, in the statement, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ But if you bite and devour one

another, take care that you are not consumed by one another."



Practical Steps to Combat Division



1. Stay Grounded in Scripture: We must prioritize biblical truth over personal opinions or

speculative interpretations. Acts 17:11 commends the Bereans for examining the

Scriptures daily to see whether things were true.



2. Exercise Discernment: Not every debate or disagreement requires engagement. Proverbs

26:4-5 advises: "Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will also be like him.

Answer a fool as his folly deserves, that he not be wise in his own eyes."



3. Pray for Unity: Pray for the Holy Spirit to guide the prophecy community and the

Church toward unity and humility. Philippians 4:6-7 encourages us to bring our concerns

to God with thanksgiving.



4. Focus on the Gospel: Let the message of salvation in Christ remain central to all

discussions. Romans 1:16 reminds us: "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the

power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the

Greek."



5. Avoid Personal Attacks: In debates, focus on ideas, not individuals. Colossians 4:6

instructs: "Let your speech always be with grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that

you will know how you should respond to each person."



6. Remember the Enemy’s Schemes: The true battle is not against flesh and blood but

against spiritual forces of darkness (Ephesians 6:12). Division within the Church is one of

Satan’s most effective strategies."