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170 Three Flows Within: Can You Distinguish Between Them?

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Mark Virkler reveals how the Bible describes three distinct flows within us, starting with the Holy Spirit's rivers of living water.

This episode examines three distinct internal "flows" described in the Bible: the Holy Spirit, human sexuality, and evil spirits. Host Mark Virkler, a Christian teacher focused on hearing God's voice, explains how to distinguish between these influences. He draws from scripture and personal experience to guide listeners in navigating their spiritual and personal lives. Virkler cites John 7:37-39, describing the Holy Spirit as a flow of "rivers of living water" from one's innermost being. He states that human sexuality is a God-created flow present in every cell, referencing the biological difference in X and Y chromosomes. Virkler reads from the Passion Translation of Song of Solomon 4:10 to illustrate the "intoxicating" nature of romantic love within marriage. He warns that people can confuse the sexual flow with divine guidance, sharing an anecdote about a woman who journaled that God would kill an elder's wife so she could marry him. Virkler identifies evil spirits as a third flow, citing Ephesians 2:2, where Satan "energizes" people. He promotes his book "Prayers that Heal the Heart," which includes a prayer for casting out demons. Virkler references 2 Thessalonians 2:10-11, suggesting God may send a "deluding influence" to those who reject truth. A key insight is that all spirits, holy and evil, communicate through flowing thoughts and pictures. Virkler advises submitting any "edgy" journaling, especially regarding sexuality, to two or three spiritual advisors for confirmation. He shares that God taught him to celebrate mistakes as learning opportunities rather than dwelling in depression. Virkler recounts that his marriage improved when he learned to hear God's voice and stopped trying to change his wife. He emphasizes that demonic influence can remain if a person does not fully surrender an area of life to God. The host recommends against asking God for predictive guidance, like the date of the rapture. The tone is instructional and pastoral, blending scriptural teaching with personal testimony and practical application. The style is conversational and exhortative, as Virkler directly advises listeners on managing their spiritual walk. Listeners interested in charismatic Christian practices, particularly journaling as a means to hear God, will find this episode directly applicable. Those seeking guidance on distinguishing spiritual experiences or pursuing inner healing may appreciate Virkler's framework. Individuals uncomfortable with teachings on demonic deliverance or a binary view of biological sex and marriage might choose to skip this episode.

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A direct devotional guide to discernment, built around three flows: Spirit, sexuality, and evil spirits.

Mark Berkler organizes human life around three currents he says Scripture reveals: the Holy Spirit, sexuality, and evil spirits. The strongest stretch is the practical one, where John 7 leads into a plain journaling practice: ask God what He wants to say before the day begins.

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Sort three inner currents with Scripture in hand.

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