Sources of dreams How do we determine that a dream is actually from God? How do we recognize false messages in dreams? How do we interpret dreams? What do we do when a dream contains a warning? These are some of the issues we need to address if we are to realise the full benefits of dreams and are not to be deceived. For starters, we need to ask ourselves questions like the following: Is the message of the dream consistent with the doctrine, teachings and principles of Jesus? Isaiah says: “To the law and to the testimony! If they do not speak according to this word, it is because there is no light in them.” (Isaiah 8:20). That was that standard in the Old Testament, when the Law of Moses was supreme. Today, this principle should be applied to what we learn at the feet of Jesus. Is the message of the dream consistent with the teachings, character and pattern of life of Jesus? Remember what Jesus himself says: “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6). As long as the dream is in conformity with Jesus’ word, we cannot go wrong in obeying it. Does the message of the dream or vision promote the righteousness of God? Remember again: Jesus is our righteousness. Righteousness is no longer merely a concept. Righteousness is now Jesus; a person. Does the dream cause us to engage in a soul-search or to address vital issues concerning our love of God and love for our neighbours? If so, it must be of God. Jesus says: “a new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you.” (John 13:34). Understanding the language Many people dream but don’t understand their dreams. Without the correct interpretation, a dream is useless. Without interpretation, Nebuchadnezzar’s dreams would have been worthless. Without interpretation, Pharaoh’s dream would not have preserved life. Find out the meaning of your dream. “It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the glory of kings is to search out a matter.” (Proverbs 25:2). First and foremost, the meaning of a dream must be drawn from the dreamer himself: “Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out.” (Proverbs 20:5). Never accept an interpretation for which you do not have an inner witness. When a dream is interpreted for you, you should immediately be able to confirm that the interpretation is correct. It should strike a chord. Should we remain in the dark concerning the meaning, we must pray to interpret our dreams: “There is a spirit in man, and the breath of the Almighty gives him understanding.” (Job 32:8). Remember what Joseph says: “Interpreting dreams is God’s business.” (Genesis 40:8). (To Be Continued).
Posted on: Sun, 09 Mar 2014 07:39:20 +0000
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