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SIGNS OF\u00a0 MEDIEVAL TIMES\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>IN THE MODERN\u00a0 CHURCH<\/span>
\nUSA Culture: <\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

“Must be the season of the witch” Old Pop Song<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

“Ohhh. Witchy woman, see how high she flies”. Old Pop Song, Eagles<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Above: Peer, Seer Church Motto <\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

(Dedicated to my nightmare the Elite WELP, WELM)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

(C)2025 Taveau D’Arcy All copyrights reserved under international copyright laws, in conjunction with AI<\/span><\/p>\n

Taveau D\u2019Arcy \u2014 Brief Auto Bio<\/strong><\/span>
“How She Is Allowed to Say This”<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

I was called by the Lord in 1976 to study the Body of Christ and its leadership doctrines across many movements and regions. For nearly five decades (celebrating 50 years in 2026), I have been sent prophetically \u2014 as an Enoch-type<\/em> \u2014 to observe, enjoy, and serve a wide range of Bible-believing Christian fellowships<\/em>. These have included early charismatic renewal, micro to mega-churches, multi-campus celebrity churches, and many independent ministries (across all races, rural, suburban, and urban). My journey has also encompassed apostolic-prophetic groups and racial reconciliation efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n

I was called to public ministry as a charismatic in 1987 and stepped out of formal charismatic circles in 2013 (DFW). However, I remain PRO-charismatic<\/strong> \u2014 serving these movements with reformational insights and fresh ideas.<\/span><\/p>\n

My calling has always been led by the gentle Holy Spirit and grounded in God\u2019s powerful Word \u2014 not for fame, but out of a deep desire to preserve sound doctrine, foster servant leadership, and uphold biblical respect. I speak from firsthand experience<\/strong> and extensive observation, carrying a lifelong commission to expose error compassionately, encourage healthy leadership, and support the freedom and dignity of every human being \u2014 believer or not. We are PRO ALL Humans<\/strong> (any race, tribe, or belief set), and this is the official heart of my Sent Messenger work through Human\u2019s Christian Apostolic Training Ministry<\/em>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hence, I do know what I am talking about<\/strong> \u2014 not by secondhand reports, but by walking among these groups and prayerfully observing them for many years.<\/span><\/p>\n

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WE BEGIN NOW:<\/span><\/h3>\n

Sister Taveau asks ChatGPT AI:<\/span><\/h3>\n

Please address the signs of the Middle Ages, the medieval times<\/strong>, in the present-day Church<\/span><\/p>\n

ChatGPT replies:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

1\ufe0f Signs of the Middle Ages \/ Medieval Times in the Present-Day Church<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
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    Authoritarianism & Hierarchy<\/strong><\/span>
    The medieval Church was extremely hierarchical (Pope \u2192 Cardinals \u2192 Bishops \u2192 Priests \u2192 Laity). You still see this today in churches that stress “covering,” submission to leaders<\/strong>, or where leaders are considered beyond question<\/strong> \u2014 sometimes using fear to control.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Legalism<\/strong><\/span>
    Medieval Christianity had a rules-heavy, works-based system<\/strong>. This surfaces today when churches focus on outward behavior<\/strong>, dress codes<\/strong>, rules about gender roles<\/strong>, or who is \u201cqualified\u201d to be used by God<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Demonization of Dissent<\/strong><\/span>
    In the Middle Ages, dissenters were seen as heretics or witches. In some modern ministries, those who don\u2019t conform<\/strong> or question leadership<\/strong> can be labeled as Jezebel, witch, rebellious, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Mysticism Mixed with Fear<\/strong><\/span>
    In the medieval Church, mysticism was often linked with superstition and fear. Today, certain prophetic or hyper-charismatic streams can promote fear-based spiritual warfare<\/strong> (seeing demons everywhere), which resembles medieval superstition<\/strong> more than balanced New Testament teaching.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Taveau asks Chat GPT\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00a0When Did the \u201cWomen = Evil \/ Witches\u201d View Enter the Church?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

    Chat GPT replied:\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Not from Jesus. Not from the First Church.<\/strong><\/span>
    **It came later \u2014 through culture, pagan influence, and church power structures.<\/span><\/p>\n

    1\ufe0f. Early Church (1st\u20133rd century)<\/strong> \u2014 Women were honored<\/span><\/h3>\n

    ** Women prophesied, led house churches, served as deacons and apostles (Acts 2:17-18, Romans 16).<\/span>
    **No \u201cwomen are evil\u201d teaching in New Testament doctrine.<\/span><\/p>\n

    POINT:\u00a0 <\/strong>NO witch-hunting,<\/strong> NO Jezebel spirit theology, NO fear of women.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

    GRAND POINT: <\/span><\/h3>\n

    2.\u00a0 4th\u20135th Century<\/strong> \u2014 Pagan ideas + Greek philosophy enter Church<\/span><\/h3>\n

    ** Greek philosophers (like Aristotle) taught that women were inferior<\/strong> and more emotional, less rational<\/strong>.<\/span>
    ** As the Church merged with the Roman Empire (Constantine era), these cultural views leaked in<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    * Early church fathers like Tertullian<\/strong> and Augustine<\/strong> began to write:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      Women are the gateway of the devil<\/em> (Tertullian).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Eve\u2019s sin caused women to be morally weaker (Augustine).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      ** Not In Bible Scripture \u2014 imported from pagan culture and Greek thinking.<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

      3. Medieval Church (500\u20131500 AD)<\/strong> \u2014 Superstition + patriarchy + fear<\/span><\/h3>\n

      POINT: Book and Witch Inquisition: Hammer of the Witches (1487)<\/span><\/strong> \u2014 explicitly taught that women are:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        More carnal, more deceivable.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        More likely to work with Satan.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        A threat if not under strict male control.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        ++ Inquisition<\/strong> targeted mostly women \u2014 80% of those accused as witches in Europe were women.<\/span>
        ++ Misogyny and witch paranoia<\/strong> now widespread \u2014 Church promoted this.<\/span><\/p>\n

        POINT B<\/strong>y this point, Pharisee spirit + fear-based culture + bad theology<\/strong> were deeply embedded.<\/span><\/p>\n

        4\ufe0f. Puritan \/ Colonial America<\/strong> \u2014 Salem Witch Trials<\/span><\/h3>\n

        + Puritans brought these medieval ideas into America.<\/span>
        ++ Salem Witch Trials (1692) were driven by:<\/span><\/p>\n

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          Medieval demonology books.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Fear of women with perceived spiritual power or independence.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          5. Modern Remnants (charismatic, parts of deep pentecost, our WELP)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

          ** In parts of today\u2019s Church:<\/span><\/p>\n

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            Jezebel hunting<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Uncovered, rebellious woman language<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Suspicion of women in leadership or prophetic roles<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            POINT:\u00a0 T<\/strong>hese are direct descendants of medieval + pagan + Pharisee ideas<\/strong> \u2014 not Jesus, not New Testament.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

            Summary Timeline<\/span><\/h3>\n
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            Time<\/th>\nView of Women<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
            1st\u20133rd Century (Acts Church)<\/td>\nHonored, equal in Spirit, gifted<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            4th\u20135th Century<\/td>\nGreek philosophy corrupts thinking \u2014 women inferior<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            500\u20131500 AD<\/td>\nMedieval Church \u2014 women seen as prone to witchcraft, evil<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            1487<\/td>\nHammer of the Witches<\/em> spreads fear of women<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            1692<\/td>\nSalem Witch Trials \u2014 American echo of medieval teaching<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Today<\/td>\nLingering Jezebel hunts, patriarchal control, deep scan accusations<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

            Taveau asks ChatGPT<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

            TALES, LORE, TRADITION<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

            Please discuss the “Witch\u00a0 Inquisition”<\/strong> by the German monk that wrote The Hammer of the Witch.<\/em><\/strong> Is that part of the medieval times<\/strong> and did it come to America, Salem Witch Trials, and now the witch-watching in certain kinds of ministries, the anti-woman bias and calling many ‘Jezebels, witches” by sight? (meaning based on vibes, gender, style and rumors NO RELATIONSHIP)<\/span><\/p>\n

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            \nChat GPT answers:<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

            2\ufe0f The Inquisition & Hammer of the Witches<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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              The Inquisition<\/strong> was a medieval institution, begun in the 12th century, used to investigate and punish heresy<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              The Hammer of Witches<\/strong> (Malleus Maleficarum<\/em>) was written by Heinrich Kramer<\/strong>, a Dominican inquisitor, in 1487<\/strong> (late medieval period).<\/span>
              It justified the hunting of witches<\/strong>, was anti-woman (claimed women were more prone to witchcraft), and spread hysteria<\/strong> across Europe.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Did it influence America?<\/strong><\/span>
              YES<\/strong> \u2014 indirectly.<\/span>
              Though the official Inquisition didn\u2019t come to America, Puritan ministers in Salem had access to European witch-hunting books and ideas<\/strong>, including the Hammer. The Salem Witch Trials (1692) were a continuation of this medieval mindset<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              3\ufe0f Modern “Witch-Watching” & Anti-Woman Movements<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                The same medieval spirit of controlling women<\/strong>, blaming them for spiritual problems, and using fear of witchcraft<\/strong> as a weapon is alive in parts of today\u2019s Church.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Some ministries label women with strong voices as Jezebel<\/strong>, witch<\/strong>, or rebellious<\/strong>, which is a modern echo of medieval witch trials.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                The medieval Church taught that women were spiritually dangerous<\/strong> \u2014 some of that chauvinism and suspicion<\/strong> is still embedded<\/strong> in hyper-controlling church cultures today.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Summary<\/span><\/h3>\n

                + Yes \u2014 modern \u201cwitch-watching\u201d in certain ministries is a leftover of medieval thought.<\/strong><\/span>
                ++ Yes \u2014 the Hammer of the Witches<\/em> was medieval and influenced the Salem Witch Trials.<\/strong><\/span>
                ++ Yes \u2014 the anti-woman strain in some church cultures is linked to these old patterns of thought.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                TD says\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
                \nPlease list scriptures to counter all of this:<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n
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                Chat GPT cheerfully respond<\/span>s:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                Here is a solid list of scriptures<\/strong> to counter the medieval spirit of control, fear, and anti-woman teaching<\/strong> that still shows up in modern ministries:<\/span><\/p>\n

                1\ufe0f. Against Fear-Based Witch-Hunting<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  2 Timothy 1:7<\/strong><\/span>
                  \u201cFor God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.\u201d
                  \nVALID POINT: <\/em><\/span>\u00a0A sound mind<\/em> does not participate in mass suspicion, witch-hunting, or labeling people without evidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  James 3:17<\/strong><\/span>
                  \u201cBut the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.\u201d
                  \nPOINT:\u00a0<\/em><\/span> God\u2019s wisdom is not harsh, accusatory, or self-righteous.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Galatians 5:19-21<\/strong><\/span>
                  \u201cNow the works of the flesh are manifest\u2026 hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies\u2026\u201d<\/em><\/span>
                  POINT:<\/em>\u00a0 Many modern \u201cwitch hunts\u201d are actually works of the flesh<\/strong>, not the Spirit.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  2\ufe0f. For the Dignity and Honor of Women<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                    Genesis 1:27<\/strong><\/span>
                    \u201cSo God created man in his own image\u2026 male and female created he them.\u201d<\/em><\/span>
                    POINT: <\/em>Equal image-bearers<\/strong> of God. No gender is more prone to evil.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                  • Exodus 20 “Honor thy father thy mother..”<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    2 different verses: H<\/strong>ere is the Honor Father and Mother Promise<\/strong> in KJV<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n

                    \u201cHonour thy father and thy mother;<\/strong> that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee.\u201d <\/em><\/span>Exodus 20:12<\/strong> (KJV)<\/span><\/p>\n

                    Also repeated by the Apostle Paul in Ephesians 6:2-3<\/strong><\/em> in the New Testament:<\/span><\/p>\n

                    \u201cHonour thy father and mother<\/strong>; (which is the first commandment with promise;)
                    That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth.\u201d<\/em><\/span>Ephesians 6:2-3<\/strong> (KJV)<\/span><\/p>\n

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                      Galatians 3:28<\/strong><\/span>
                      \u201cThere is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.\u201d<\/em><\/span>
                      \u2192 Full spiritual equality in Christ.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                      Acts 2:17-18<\/strong><\/span>
                      \u201cAnd it shall come to pass in the last days\u2026 your sons and your daughters shall prophesy\u2026 and on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out\u2026 my Spirit.\u201d<\/em><\/span>
                      \u2192 The Holy Spirit is poured out on both men and women<\/strong>, authorizing both to speak for God.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                      3. Talk Against False Accusation and Spectral Evidence <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                      “It’s also white witchcraft” plus I Samuel 15:23<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                      My Own (Mostly Boys Club in Ministry) Experiences with USA DEEP SCAN CULTURE (LP Prophetic my ministry discovery)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

                      It’s a big dangerous trend which has\u00a0 rising to mega proportians, USA wide and in colonized spirit filled global cultures. (South African, India examples) i<\/strong>n some modern prophetic ministries: occult-style \u201cdeep scanning\u201d<\/em>, where leaders claim to discern the hidden sins, spiritual DNA, or supposed witchcraft of others through private visions or feelings. This practice echoes medieval divination, not New Testament prophecy. Scripture calls us to test every spirit (1 John 4:1), follow clear process (Matt. 18:15-17), and honor both men and women in Christ (Gal. 3:28). True prophecy edifies, exhorts, and comforts (1 Cor. 14:3) \u2014 it does not control, shame, or sow fear. Ministries demanding submission to personal discernment or branding certain people as Jezebel or witch without witness are showing the Pharisee spirit<\/strong>, not the Spirit of Jesus.<\/span><\/p>\n

                      (Sister TD Lived this!)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                        Deuteronomy 19:15<\/strong><\/span>
                        \u201cOne witness shall not rise up against a man for any iniquity\u2026 at the mouth of two witnesses, or at the mouth of three witnesses, shall the matter be established.\u201d
                        \nPOINT: <\/em><\/span>\u00a0Accusations must be proven \u2014 not based on feelings<\/strong>, visions<\/strong>, or \u201cinner readings.\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                        Matthew 18:15-17<\/strong><\/span>
                        \u201cMoreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone\u2026\u201d<\/em><\/span>
                        POINT:<\/em> Jesus taught private correction<\/strong>, not public shaming or trial by gossip.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        \u00a04\ufe0f. Against Levitical Patriarchism (my coined term) \/ False Authority<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                          1 Peter 5:2-3<\/strong><\/span>
                          \u201cFeed the flock of God which is among you\u2026 not as being lords over God’s heritage, but being ensamples to the flock.\u201d<\/em><\/span>
                          POINT:<\/em> True leaders serve humbly<\/strong>, not control or dominate.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                          Matthew 20:25-28<\/strong><\/span>
                          \u201cYe know that the princes of the Gentiles exercise dominion over them\u2026 But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister\u2026\u201d<\/em><\/span>
                          POINT:<\/em> Jesus explicitly rejected authoritarian leadership<\/strong> in His Church.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          \u00a0Summary<\/span><\/h3>\n

                          1. The medieval spirit of fear, control, false accusation, and misogyny<\/strong> is not from the Holy Spirit<\/em>.<\/span>
                          2. These scriptures show that the First Church<\/strong> (Acts onward) operated with grace, sound mind, servant leadership, equality, and scriptural accountability<\/strong> \u2014 the opposite of Inquisition thinking.<\/span><\/p>\n

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                          KEY MINISTRY POINTS TO BE AWARE OF\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

                          1\ufe0f. What You\u2019re Seeing: Dark \u201cDeep Scanning\u201d Divination in Modern Prophetic Ministry<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

                          You are discerning correctly. Many nationally famous prophetic ministries<\/strong> have slid into what the Bible would call divination<\/strong> (Ezekiel 13, Acts 16:16), not Holy Spirit prophecy.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          * This looks like:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                            psychic-style \u201cinner readings\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            spiritual scans of people without relationship<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            use of buzzwords<\/strong>: uncovered, Jezebel, rebellious, witchcraft spirit<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            targeting sensitive people<\/strong>, mainly women or minorities<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            using phrases like \u201cI see in the spirit… I discern you\u2019re dangerous…\u201d<\/em> without accountability<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                            sometimes even accusing people who carry joy, freedom, or creativity<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            ** This is NOT New Testament prophecy \u2014 this is Christian-branded occultism + Pharisee spirit.<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

                            2. Bible Teaching Against This Practice<\/span><\/h3>\n
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                              Ezekiel 13:6-7<\/strong><\/span>
                              \u201cThey have seen vanity and lying divination, saying, The Lord saith: and the Lord hath not sent them…\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              Acts 16:16-18<\/strong><\/span>
                              The girl with a spirit of divination followed Paul, giving spiritual information \u2014 but Paul rebuked the spirit as demonic.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              1 Corinthians 14:3<\/strong><\/span>
                              True prophecy is for edification, exhortation, and comfort.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                              POINT<\/em> Not accusation, exposure, humiliation, fear-based reading.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                                1 Timothy 5:19<\/strong><\/span>
                                Do not entertain an accusation against an elder except by two or three witnesses.<\/em><\/span>
                                POINT<\/em> NO private \u201creading\u201d can be used as legal evidence or ministry action.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                Galatians 5:20<\/strong><\/span>
                                Witchcraft (Greek: pharmakeia) is a work of the flesh<\/em> \u2014 this includes control and spiritual manipulation<\/strong>, even under a \u201cprophetic\u201d banner.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                3. Modern Movements That Bear This Fruit<\/span><\/h3>\n

                                You are correct: Modern Levitical Patriarchy (LP)<\/strong>, Matriarchy<\/strong> in some circles, and some \u201cprophetic covering\u201d movements<\/em> resemble this danger.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                ++ Movements that often bear this fruit:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                                  Apostolic-prophetic networks<\/strong> that require submission to covering or leader\u2019s personal discernment<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  Online prophetic hubs<\/strong> that teach \u201cyour leader must know and see everything about you\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  Churches with a public Jezebel hunt culture<\/strong> \u2014 especially toward women with initiative, joy, or leadership gifts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  Movements that elevate dreams, inner readings, and feelings over the Bible<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                  Big-name prophets who \u201ccall out\u201d suspected witches or rebels from platforms, livestreams, or social media<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  Names vary \u2014 I will not list individual ministers publicly, but I can tell you what to watch for<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                                    Buzzwords: alignment, spiritual DNA, submission, covering, Jezebel, seer scan, disloyal, inner court only, prophetic alignment fee\/gift<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                    Culture of fear and \u201cdon\u2019t question the prophet\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                    Claims of private seeing about people\u2019s secret life<\/em> \u2014 with no witnesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                                  • Very Upsetting. USA wide:<\/strong> <\/em>They talk about you, but never directly to you, may put you on their witch list, pray against you and much more…but they fearing confronting, the proof that they do not know it ALL. So these are weak as they deep scan from afar and hide with I JOHN 1:7, Galatians 6:1, Matthew 18;15-17, James 3:17 character fruit. Prefer to “read” us from their safe\u00a0 hidey hole of self protection<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                    ++ This is not Acts 2, not First Church.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    4\ufe0f. How to Avoid It<\/span><\/h3>\n
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                                      Stay deeply rooted in Bible-based sound doctrine<\/strong>: Acts 17:11 \u2014 \u201csearch the scriptures daily to see if these things are so.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Test every spirit: 1 John 4:1<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Demand scriptural process \u2014 Matthew 18:15-17<\/strong>, Galatians 6:1<\/strong> \u2014 not deep scan readings<\/em> or public labelings.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Avoid ministries where leaders speak as if their discernment = the voice of God<\/em>, with no scriptural check or peer accountability.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                      Stay clear of any \u201cprophetic\u201d movement that resembles manipulation, fear-based culture, hierarchy, and no joy.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                      5. Summary<\/span><\/h3>\n

                                      + Much of what you\u2019re discerning is correct: these deep scan<\/em> and psychic-style prophetic acts<\/em> are not from the Spirit of Jesus but resemble:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                                        Medieval occult + Phariseeism<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                        LP (Levitical Patriarchy)<\/strong> + unhealthy Matriarchy<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                                      • \n

                                        modern commercial prophetic marketing<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                        ** POINT: The Bible<\/strong> teaches relationship-based prophecy, scriptural accountability, servant leadership<\/strong>, and no fear-based control<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                        ** POINT: True prophecy<\/strong> is: edification, exhortation, comfort<\/strong> (1 Cor. 14:3) \u2014 not divination, deep scan control, or gender-based suspicion.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

                                        CLARIFICATION:<\/span><\/h3>\n

                                        What You\u2019re Seeing: Dark \u201cDeep Scanning\u201d Divination in Modern Prophetic Ministry<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                        You are discerning correctly. Many nationally famous prophetic ministries<\/strong> have slid into what the Bible would call divination<\/strong> (Ezekiel 13, Acts 16:16), not Holy Spirit prophecy.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                        + This looks like:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                                          psychic-style \u201cinner readings\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                          spiritual scans of people without relationship<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                                        • \n

                                          use of buzzwords<\/strong>: uncovered, Jezebel, rebellious, witchcraft spirit<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                                        • \n

                                          targeting sensitive people<\/strong>, mainly women or minorities<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                                        • \n

                                          using phrases like \u201cI see in the spirit… I discern you\u2019re dangerous…\u201d<\/em> without accountability<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                                        • \n

                                          sometimes even accusing people who carry joy, freedom, or creativity<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                          ** This is NOT New Testament prophecy \u2014 this is Christian-branded occultism + Pharisee spirit.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                          2. Bible Teaching Against This Practice<\/span><\/h3>\n
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                                            Ezekiel 13:6-7<\/strong><\/span>
                                            \u201cThey have seen vanity and lying divination, saying, The Lord saith: and the Lord hath not sent them…\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                                          • \n

                                            Acts 16:16-18<\/strong><\/span>
                                            The girl with a spirit of divination followed Paul, giving spiritual information \u2014 but Paul rebuked the spirit as demonic.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                            1 Corinthians 14:3<\/strong><\/span>
                                            True prophecy is for edification, exhortation, and comfort.<\/em><\/span>
                                            \u2192 Not accusation, exposure, humiliation, fear-based reading.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                                          • \n

                                            1 Timothy 5:19<\/strong><\/span>
                                            Do not entertain an accusation against an elder except by two or three witnesses.<\/em><\/span>
                                            \u2192 NO private \u201creading\u201d can be used as legal evidence or ministry action.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                                          • \n

                                            Galatians 5:20<\/strong><\/span>
                                            Witchcraft (Greek: pharmakeia) is a work of the flesh<\/em> \u2014 this includes control and spiritual manipulation<\/strong>, even under a \u201cprophetic\u201d banner.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                            3.\u00a0Modern Movements That Bear This Fruit<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                            You are correct: Modern Levitical Patriarchy (LP)<\/strong>, Matriarchy<\/strong> in some circles, and some \u201cprophetic covering\u201d movements<\/em> resemble this danger.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                            ++ Movements that often bear this fruit:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                                                Apostolic-prophetic networks<\/strong> that require submission to covering or leader\u2019s personal discernment<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                Online prophetic hubs<\/strong> that teach \u201cyour leader must know and see everything about you\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                Churches with a public Jezebel hunt culture<\/strong> \u2014 especially toward women with initiative, joy, or leadership gifts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                Movements that elevate dreams, inner readings, and feelings over the Bible<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                                                  Big-name prophets who \u201ccall out\u201d suspected witches or rebels from platforms, livestreams, or social media<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                  Names vary \u2014 I will not list individual ministers publicly, but I can tell you what to watch for<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                                                    Buzzwords: alignment, spiritual DNA, submission, covering, Jezebel, seer scan, disloyal, inner court only, prophetic alignment fee\/gift<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                    Culture of fear and \u201cdon\u2019t question the prophet\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                    Claims of private seeing about people\u2019s secret life<\/em> \u2014 with no witnesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                    POINT:\u00a0 This is not Acts 2, not First Church.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                    .4. How to Avoid It?(Pastor TD says “Just stop going!”) ….however we want to admonish to train and to warn all of these, as most were mentored by this..?<\/span><\/h3>\n
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                                                      Stay deeply rooted in Bible-based sound doctrine<\/strong>: Acts 17:11 \u2014 \u201csearch the scriptures daily to see if these things are so.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                      Test every spirit: 1 John 4:1<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                      Demand scriptural process \u2014 Matthew 18:15-17<\/strong>, Galatians 6:1<\/strong> \u2014 not deep scan readings<\/em> or public labelings.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                      Avoid ministries where leaders speak as if their discernment = the voice of God<\/em>, with no scriptural check or peer accountability.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                                      Stay clear of any \u201cprophetic\u201d movement that resembles manipulation, fear-based culture, hierarchy, and no joy.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                                                      TD says to Chat GPT
                                                      \nM<\/strong>ake a brief list of modern Christian movements<\/strong> where you often see medieval times \u201cfruit\u201d<\/strong> (patterns of control, superstition, anti-women bias, witch-watching, etc.) \u2014 echoing Pharisee spirit + Hammer of the Witch thinking<\/em>:<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      ChatGPT replies<\/span>
                                                      \nMovements\/streams showing \u201cMedieval Ministry Fruit\u201d<\/strong>:<\/span><\/h3>\n

                                                      1.\u00a0 Authoritarian \u201cCovering\u201d Movements<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ** Heavy emphasis on being \u201cunder apostolic authority\u201d<\/em>.<\/span>
                                                      ** Pastors\/apostles treated like kings.<\/span>
                                                      ** Often leads to witch-hunting<\/strong> and public shaming.<\/span>
                                                      ** Example terms: \u201capostolic networks,\u201d \u201csubmission to covering,\u201d \u201cuncovered rebel.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      2. \u00a0Patriarchal \/ \u201cBiblical Manhood and Womanhood\u201d Movements<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ++ Rigid gender roles<\/strong> \u2014 men must rule, women must submit, no female leadership allowed.<\/span>
                                                      ++ Strong anti-woman teaching<\/strong> masked as biblical fidelity.<\/span>
                                                      ++ Example groups: some versions of Reformed Patriarchy<\/strong>, Quiverfull<\/strong>, certain ultra-conservative homeschool movements.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      .3. Extreme Charismatic \/ \u201cProphetic Watchdog\u201d Ministries<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ** National \u201cdiscernment\u201d leaders claim to spot witches, Jezebels, hidden spirits.<\/span>
                                                      ** Spectral evidence style<\/strong> \u2014 no relationship, no biblical process.<\/span>
                                                      **Often publicly post names, videos, or vague warnings about people.<\/span>
                                                      ** Example: Some large online prophetic channels with celebrity prophets.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      4\ufe0f Deliverance Movements Gone Off Balance<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ** Hyper-focus on demons, curses, ancestral sin.<\/span>
                                                      ** Labeling people witches or cursed with little or no biblical process.<\/span>
                                                      ** Using fear and superstition<\/strong> more than Scripture and love.<\/span>
                                                      ** Example phrases: \u201cthey have a python spirit,\u201d \u201cyou\u2019re cursed if you leave this covering.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      5\ufe0f. Militant Dominionist Streams<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ** See themselves as end-times warriors battling an evil, feminized world.<\/span>
                                                      ** Women often suppressed or told they must be behind men.<\/span>
                                                      ** Public shaming and prophetic \u201ccorrections\u201d issued in medieval-style fashion<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      Summary:<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ++ Whenever you see:<\/span>
                                                      * unbiblical covering demands<\/em><\/span>
                                                      * witch-hunting \/ name calling<\/em><\/span>
                                                      * public shaming<\/em><\/span>
                                                      * deep suspicion of strong women \/ single women in ministry<\/em><\/span>
                                                      * hierarchy and fear culture<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      + \u2014 you are seeing Medieval Ministry Fruit, NOT Acts 2 First Church leadership.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                      Short \u201cTest\u201d to Spot Modern Medieval Ministry Fruit<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                                      (Checklist you can post or keep handy<\/em>):<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      \u2610 Do they teach you must be \u201cunder\u201d a human covering or else be cursed?<\/span>
                                                      \u2610 Do they frequently warn about \u201cJezebels,\u201d \u201cwitches,\u201d or hidden spirits \u2014 without relationship or private Matthew 18 process?<\/span>
                                                      \u2610 Do they publicly accuse or shame other ministers or believers online or in meetings?<\/span>
                                                      \u2610 Are women limited to secondary roles, forbidden to teach or lead?<\/span>
                                                      \u2610 Is the leadership structure rigid, hierarchical, authoritarian<\/strong> \u2014 with unquestioned \u201capostles\u201d or \u201cprophets\u201d?<\/span>
                                                      \u2610 Is there an atmosphere of fear<\/strong> \u2014 \u201cDon\u2019t question or you\u2019ll be judged as rebellious\u201d?<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      Please note:\u00a0 If 2 or more are yes \u2014 you are likely seeing Medieval Ministry Fruit, NOT the Holy Spirit\u2019s freedom.<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

                                                      Scripture-Based Checklist to Test Prophetic Ministries<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                                      (Is this Holy Spirit or occult deep scanning?<\/em>)<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      Ask:<\/span><\/strong>
                                                      \n1\ufe0f. Does this ministry prioritize Scripture first<\/strong>\u00a0 respectful each individual persons, over visions, feelings, or \u201cseer readings\u201d?<\/span>
                                                      \u2192 Acts 17:11; 2 Tim. 3:16-17<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      2. Is prophecy delivered for edification, exhortation, comfort<\/strong> \u2014 or for public shaming, fear, or control?<\/span>
                                                      \u2192 1 Cor. 14:3<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      3. Are accusations processed according to Matthew 18:15-17<\/strong> and 1 Timothy 5:19<\/strong> \u2014 or based on \u201cinner readings\u201d alone?4.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      4. Are women honored and free to minister \u2014 or disproportionately labeled as Jezebel, unsubmitted, controlling, witch<\/em>?<\/span>
                                                      \u2192 Gal. 3:28; Acts 2:17-18<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      5.\u00a0 Are leaders humble and open to correction<\/strong> \u2014 or authoritarian, \u201cdon\u2019t touch God\u2019s anointed\u201d<\/em> culture?<\/span>
                                                      \u2192 Matt. 20:25-28; 1 Peter 5:2-3<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      6 Is there pressure to \u201calign\u201d under their covering or DNA<\/strong> to be safe from spiritual danger?<\/span>
                                                      \u2192 Gal. 5:1 \u2014 \u201cStand fast in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      7.. Is the fruit of the ministry joy, peace, freedom<\/strong> \u2014 or fear, suspicion, hierarchy?<\/span>
                                                      \u2192 James 3:17; Gal. 5:22-23<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      ** If more than 2-3 items raise concern \u2014 the ministry may be practicing Christian-branded occult deep scanning<\/strong>, not New Testament prophetic ministr<\/span>y.<\/p>\n

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                                                      NOTE: THE NOTORIOUS ORIGINS OF ANTI WOMEN CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      \nMALEUS MALEFICARUM BOOK, “THE HAMMER OF THE WITCH”<\/span><\/h2>\n

                                                      The Hammer of the Witches<\/em><\/strong> (1487) represents one of the darkest legacies of the medieval Church \u2014 a Pharisaical, anti-woman, fear-driven spirit that justified public witch-hunts through false accusations, spectral evidence, and authoritarian control. Sadly, this same oppressive spirit surfaces today in parts of the modern Church under the guise of witch-watching<\/em>, Jezebel labeling<\/em>, and anti-woman bias<\/strong>. Yet Scripture counters this entirely: God has not given us a spirit of fear (2 Tim. 1:7); in Christ there is no male or female (Gal. 3:28); and leadership must be servant-based, not lording over others (Matt. 20:25-28).<\/em> The First Church of Acts honored women, prioritized mercy over legalism, and modeled sound, scriptural due process \u2014 not public spectacles or religious witch-hunts.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      POINT Scriptural Prayer Declarations<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                                      You can pray and\/or declare these aloud to cleanse your ministry space and oppose this spirit:<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      1\ufe0f. Against Fear & False Accusation<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      “In the name of Jesus, I reject the spirit of fear (2 Tim. 1:7). I declare that no accusation shall stand without truth and witness, as written in Deut. 19:15 and Matt. 18:15-17.”<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      2\ufe0f. For Women\u2019s Full Value & Honor<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      “I declare the Word of God: male and female are created in His image (Gen. 1:27), and in Christ there is no male or female, but all are one (Gal. 3:28). I welcome the full giftings of God in both women and men, as in Acts 2:17-18.”<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      3\ufe0f. Against Authoritarian Control & Pharisee Spirit<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      “I renounce the spirit of legalism and religious control. I declare that leadership shall be servant-based (Matt. 20:25-28), and that the wisdom from above is pure, peaceable, and full of mercy (James 3:17).”<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      4\ufe0f.<\/strong>Against Spectral Evidence & Witch-Hunting<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      “I reject all use of visions, inner readings, and accusations without biblical due process. No weapon formed against the saints shall prosper (Isa. 54:17), and every tongue that rises in judgment shall be refuted by the truth of God\u2019s Word.”<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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                                                      \u00a0There\u2019s a sharp comparison<\/strong> of the Hammer of the Witches<\/em> (Malleus Maleficarum) false teachings vs. Bible truth<\/strong> \u2014 with Pharisee parallels:<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      1\ufe0f. Core Spirit of the Hammer<\/em> = Pharisee Spirit<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

                                                      POINT:<\/strong>Hammer of Witches<\/em> was written by Heinrich Kramer (Dominican friar)<\/strong>, 1487.<\/span>
                                                      POINT:<\/strong>\u00a0 It was anti-woman, fear-based, legalistic, controlling, self-righteous<\/strong> \u2014 Pharisee spirit<\/strong> in medieval clothes.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      POINT: Women are by nature more prone to witchcraft, deception, and evil.<\/strong>Genesis 1:27 \u2014 \u201cmale and female\u2026 in the image of God.\u201d<\/em> Galatians 3:28 \u2014 \u201cneither male nor female\u2026 all one in Christ.\u201d<\/em>Pharisees marginalized women: Luke 13:14-17, John 8 woman caught in adultery.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

                                                      <\/div>\n
                                                      Women must be strictly controlled to prevent spiritual danger.<\/strong>Matthew 20:25-28 \u2014 \u201cnot so among you\u2026 servant leadership.\u201d<\/em> 1 Peter 5:2-3 \u2014 \u201cnot as being lords over God\u2019s heritage.\u201d<\/em>Pharisees loved having authority and control: Matthew 23:<\/span><\/div>\n
                                                      4.Visions, dreams, inner readings can prove witchcraft \u2014 spectral evidence is valid.<\/strong>Deuteronomy 19:15 \u2014 \u201ctwo or three witnesses.\u201d<\/em> Matthew 18:15-17 \u2014 private, documented process. Galatians 6:1 \u2014 spirit of meekness.Pharisees used false witnesses against Jesus: Mark 14:55-59′<\/span><\/div>\n

                                                       <\/p>\n

                                                      Acts 2:17-18 \u2014 <\/strong>\u201c<\/strong>your daughters shall prophesy.\u201d<\/em> Romans 16 \u2014 Paul honors many women leaders.Pharisees resented anyone God used outside their control.Galatians 6:1 \u2014 \u201crestore\u2026 in a spirit of meekness.\u201d<\/em> Matthew 12:7 \u2014 \u201cI desire mercy, not sacrifice.\u201d<\/em>Pharisees prioritized system over mercy: Matthew 23:23.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                                                      ALARM:\u00a0 WATCH LIST \u2014 Hammer of the Witch \/ Pharisee Spirit Traits<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                                      (modern ministries \/ religious settings \u2014 red flags!<\/em>)<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      1\ufe0f. Deep Scanning<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      * Trying to read your \u201chidden\u201d sins, spirits, motives without relationship.<\/span>
                                                      * Acts like they hear God but mix fear and accusation.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      2\ufe0f. Witch-Watching \/ Jezebel Hunting<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      * Labeling women (esp. strong leaders) as Jezebel, witch, manipulator, without proof.<\/span>
                                                      * Spiritual character assassination.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      3\ufe0f, Suspicion Spirit Culture<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      * Creates fear and control \u2014 you are never \u201csafe\u201d around them.<\/span>
                                                      * \u201cUncovering\u201d people publicly or through gossip.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      4\ufe0f Unbiblical Authority Demands<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      * Insists you must submit to them or be considered rebellious\/evil.<\/span>
                                                      * Uses \u201ccovering\u201d language as weapon.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      5\ufe0f. Gender Targeting<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      * Women in leadership are targeted the most.<\/span>
                                                      * Hammer of the Witch<\/em> taught women are more carnal \u2014 this old lie still circulates!<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      6\ufe0f. Legalistic Works Spirit<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      * Adds rules and \u201cnew revelation\u201d on top of the Word.<\/span>
                                                      * Judges others harshly while excusing themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      7. No Matthew 18:15 Practice<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      * Does not go to the person first.<\/span>
                                                      * Gossips, exposes, posts videos, or manipulates public opinion<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      Cleansing\u00a0 Summary:<\/span><\/strong>
                                                      If it smells of fear, accusation, hidden scanning, public shame, or male-only control \u2014 it\u2019s NOT Jesus. It\u2019s Pharisee spirit + Hammer of Witch residue.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n


                                                      PROOF OF PROPHECY OR PSYCHIC??<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      True New Testament prophecy edifies, exhorts, comforts, and uses Galatians 6:1 for restoration \u2014 not hunting.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      MAIN POINTS:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

                                                      ALERT: 3 Phrases to Watch for in Conversation<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                                      (Signs the Pharisee \/ Hammer of the Witch spirit may be operating<\/em>):<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      1\ufe0f.<\/em>\u201cI perceive they are “out to do us harm’ They have. weird vibe. We need to expose this person\u2019s spirit to protect the group .\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/strong>
                                                      ** sounds noble \u2014 often an excuse to bypass Matthew 18<\/strong> and justify public shaming.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      2\ufe0f. <\/strong>\u201cI sense something dark on her \/ him \u2014 I don\u2019t even need to talk to them.<\/strong>\u201d<\/em><\/span>
                                                      ** Deep Scanning<\/strong> \/ spectral evidence<\/em> \u2014 NOT biblical.<\/span>
                                                      ** Always test, always go privately first (Gal. 6:1).<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      3\ufe0f. \u201cThey\u2019re not under proper covering \u2014 that\u2019s why they have so many problems.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ** Man-made doctrine of control<\/strong> \u2014 not found in New Testament church government.<\/span>
                                                      ** Often used to discredit strong, independent, Spirit-led believers (esp. women).<\/span><\/p>\n

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                                                      KEEP IT HAPPY: Bible Test of Healthy Prophetic Ministry<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                                      (Run any ministry \/ conversation through this simple Bible test<\/em>):<\/p>\n

                                                      1\ufe0f. Does it edify, exhort, comfort<\/strong> \u2014 or control, accuse, shame?<\/span>
                                                      + 1 Cor. 14:3<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      2\ufe0f. Is it done with love and gentleness<\/strong> \u2014 especially when correction is needed?<\/span>
                                                      + Gal. 6:1; 1 Cor. 13:1-2<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      3\ufe0f. Is it transparent and accountable<\/strong> \u2014 or secretive, elitist, controlling?<\/span>
                                                      + James 3:17 \u2014 wisdom from above is \u201cpure, peaceable, gentle, easy to be intreated.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      + If it fails this Bible test \u2014 it is not First Church prophetic ministry.<\/span>
                                                      ++ Likely Pharisee spirit, occult counterfeit, or flesh in operation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

                                                      OVERVIEW:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                      Summary Timeline<\/span><\/h3>\n
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                                                      \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                                                      Time<\/th>\nView of Women<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                                                      1st\u20133rd Century (Acts Church)<\/td>\nHonored, equal in Spirit, gifted<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                                      4th\u20135th Century<\/td>\nGreek philosophy corrupts thinking \u2014 women inferior<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                                      500\u20131500 AD<\/td>\nMedieval Church \u2014 women seen as prone to witchcraft, evil<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                                      1487<\/td>\nHammer of the Witches<\/em> spreads fear of women<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                                      1692<\/td>\nSalem Witch Trials \u2014 American echo of medieval teaching<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                                      Today<\/td>\nLingering Jezebel hunts, patriarchal control, deep scan accusations(see my many WELP articles, The Ministry Patriarchy) on this site, videos<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

                                                      TO CONCLUDE:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                      The true First Church<\/strong> honored women as joint heirs (Romans 8:17), full partners in ministry (Acts 2:17-18), and valued members of the Body (Gal. 3:28).<\/p>\n

                                                      ** The view of women as evil\/witches is not biblical \u2014 it is imported and must be opposed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                                                      ALL GOD FORMED HUMAN PERSONS ARE VALUABLE, NOT YOUR CASH COW.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

                                                      SUBMISSION BONUS LIST OF HOT SUBJECTS (BRIEF)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                      First Church facts<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      1.\u00a0 Is \u201ccovering\u201d a First Church word?<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      NO.<\/strong> The word covering<\/em> as used today (\u201cunder a leader for spiritual protection\u201d) is NOT found<\/strong> in the NT for church relationships.<\/span>
                                                      ++ Psalm 91:4<\/em> \u2014 GOD is your covering.<\/span>
                                                      ++ 1 Peter 5:2-3<\/em> \u2014 leaders are to shepherd, not dominate or contro<\/span>l.<\/p>\n

                                                      2.\u00a0 \u201cUnder \/ submitted to a local pastor\u201d?<\/strong>
                                                      NO mandate.<\/strong>
                                                      ++ Ephesians 5:21<\/em> \u2014 mutual submission in the body.(includes women and in marriage)
                                                      ++ Acts 13:1-3<\/em> \u2014 prophets\/teachers in Antioch were called by the Holy Spirit, not “under” one pastor.<\/p>\n

                                                      3. Are all Christian men \u201cover\u201d all women?<\/strong>
                                                      NO.<\/strong>
                                                      + Galatians 3:28<\/em> \u2014 neither male nor female in Christ.
                                                      + Romans 16:1-2<\/em> \u2014 Paul honors Phoebe<\/strong>, a leader and minister.
                                                      + Romans 16:3<\/em> \u2014 Priscilla<\/strong>, a teacher of Apollos.<\/p>\n

                                                      4 Can a woman minister?<\/strong>
                                                      YES.<\/strong>
                                                      + Acts 2:17-18<\/em> \u2014 daughters shall prophesy.
                                                      + Romans 16:7<\/em> \u2014 Junia, noted among the apostles.<\/p>\n

                                                      5. Can a single woman head a ministry or movement?<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      YES.<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      + Judges 4<\/em> \u2014 Deborah, prophetes<\/strong>s and judge of Israel. (Deborah was married, but evidently had his blessing to out and minister, judge many men and women, ever to accompany the military leader Barak, on a mission. She was “single” in her call but married. Christians can equally yoked in marriage but not serve identically in the same field.<\/span>
                                                      \n+Romans 16<\/em> \u2014 many women listed as leaders, helpers of Paul, ministry heads in house churches.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      Summary:<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      + No \u201ccovering\u201d requirement<\/strong>.<\/span>
                                                      ** No male domination<\/strong> doctrine in First Church.<\/span>
                                                      * Women CAN minister, lead, head movements \u2014 married or single \u2014 when called by God.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                                                      LAST (WE CLOSE) WITH THE BIG ONE…..APOSTLE PAUL\u00a0<\/span> <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      A brief timeline of \u201cwomen keep silent\u201d<\/strong> (with original context<\/em>) and how women later got held back:<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      1. ~55 AD \u2014 1 Corinthians 14:34-35<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      “Let your women keep silence in the churches\u2026\u201d<\/em><\/span>
                                                      +<\/strong>Context:<\/strong> Corinth was chaotic \u2014 tongues, chatter, disorder.<\/span>
                                                      + Paul was correcting disruptive speaking, not forbidding all women from ministry.<\/span>
                                                      + Same letter (1 Cor. 11:5): Paul says women pray and prophesy<\/em> in church<\/strong> \u2014 so \u201csilent\u201d can\u2019t mean \u201cno speaking at all.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      2. ~60 AD \u2014 Galatians 3:28<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      + Paul writes there is no male or female in Christ<\/strong> \u2014 all are one in Him.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      3. First 300 years of the Church<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      + Women prophesied, evangelized, led house churches (see Romans 16<\/strong>).<\/span>
                                                      + No universal \u201cwomen must be silent\u201d rule.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      4. 4th\u20135th Century \u2014 Roman Empire influence<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      + Church becomes state-sponsored (Constantine).<\/span>
                                                      + Roman & Greek patriarchal culture<\/em> begins to infect church leadership.<\/span>
                                                      + Clergy hierarchy forms \u2014 women gradually pushed out of visible leadership.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      5\u00a0 Middle Ages \u2014 5th\u201315th Century<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      + Canon laws<\/strong> restrict women in official church offices.<\/span>
                                                      + Misuse of \u201cwomen keep silent\u201d becomes rigid church tradition<\/strong> \u2014 out of biblical context.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      6 1487 \u2014 Hammer of the Witches<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ++ Codifies women as spiritually dangerous.<\/span>
                                                      ++ Fuels anti-woman attitudes<\/em> \u2014 contributes to witch hunts, and later to church suspicion of women in ministry.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      7. Reformation (1500s) onward<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ** Some Protestants begin to rethink, but male-only pulpit<\/em> remains dominant.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      8. Late 1800s\u2013Early 1900s<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ** Holiness, Pentecostal, Missionary movements<\/strong> \u2014 women preach again (Spirit-led revival).<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      9. Modern times<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ** Some churches still misuse \u201cwomen keep silent\u201d to forbid women\u2019s leadership.<\/span>
                                                      ** BUT many Spirit-filled fellowships restore First Church freedom for women<\/strong> (Acts 2:17-18).<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                      Summary:<\/strong><\/span>
                                                      ** Paul addressed local disorder<\/strong> \u2014 not eternal prohibition<\/strong>.<\/span>
                                                      ** Church tradition (not Christ or Paul) held back women<\/strong> \u2014 influenced by Roman patriarchy and Middle Age superstition.<\/span>
                                                      ** Holy Spirit always empowered women (Acts 2, Romans 16).<\/span><\/p>\n

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