The Spirit of AntiChrist - Recognizing the Spirit of AntiChrist

Text:  I John 4:1-3, 2John 1:6-7 & I John 3:7, and various others

First off, this is not about identifying who THE AntiChrist is. This is about seeing the traits of the AntiChrist spirit. This spirit is not the opposite of Christ, but rather is against Christ.

Characteristics of the AntiChrist Spirit (They are progressive.)

1.  Deceives

Every time Jesus talks about the end times, he warns against deception. (Matt. 24:1-13, 24) There are miracles on both sides, but the motivation is different. People will try to deceive you.

See Romans 16:18, 2 Timothy 3:13, I John 2:26-27.

2)  Disguises Intentions

Remember when the Wise Men asked Herod where they could find the King of the Jews? Herod asked them to come back and let him know where this king was located so he could go worship. In fact, he wanted to destroy Jesus.

People may disguise their intentions for other purposes, but the spirit of AntiChrist does so to come against Christ, the church, and the Word. See Ephesians 5:6 & Colossians 2:4

3)  Discredits falsely those who expose and oppose

The Pharisees labeled Jesus a deceiver, but never debated the truth. They were the ones who were the deceivers.

4)  Divides

 In order to conquer, you need to divide. The Spirit of God does not divide rich and poor, young     and old, etc. See Romans 16:17, I Corinthians 1:10, Jude 1:17-19.

5)  Nastier ones - Silences

The spirit of AntiChrist hides its true agenda. It takes you down step by step, and is in no rush. See Acts 4:13-18 - The leaders tried to silence the opposition.

6)  Usurps

The spirit of AntiChrist does not come to power by legitimate means. It usurps it. In the Old     Testament, Athaliah killed all her grandbabies to become queen. (She missed one.)

7)  Controls & Dominates

"You'll do it my way or die."

8)  Capable of great acts of selfishness


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