The teaching presented is that through the laying on of hands a Christian can transfer their secret sin resulting in temptation in the recipient. I do not agree with this. This teaching can create an atmosphere of fear that is both unnecessary and counter productive. The following is a summary of my congregations's conclusions as we examined God's Word together:
-Impartation happens in different ways. Eg: prophetic words, preaching etc. No matter what the method is, it should never by pass our free will. We have our mind, will and emotions. We decide whether to accept or reject anything that another person tries to "give us" (impart spiritually). We should have a confidence in God and His Word to protect us when we are not willingly in agreement with sin.
- We do need to be discerning as far as who is ministering to us in any manner. Eg: which ministries we are aligned to.
-It is important that we are clean vessels when we minister to people in any capacity. Having a pure heart and clean hands should be our desire 24/7.
I hope this brings some clarity. I welcome any feedback.
Be very blessed today!
Pastor Tim
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Thanks be to God for His grace
Amen
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