The scripture says that Satan is the accuser of the brethren.
(Rev 12:10) Raise your hand if you have ever heard this lie: “You’re not
sanctified” or “You’re not where you ought to be with God.” It’s a tricky
one, because, if you listen to it, it will sow a seed of doubt in your
mind. But on the other hand, how do you know it’s not God telling you
that you’re not where you ought to be? When it comes to the issue of your
soul; you BETTER be sure. Entertaining this accusation is a dangerous
notion because it can give rise to you initiating your own reasoning to defend
the experience of salvation. So the question simply becomes this………….How
do we KNOW we are Sanctified? (I.e. brought into full fellowship with the Father,
and have the power of the Holy Ghost reigning within)
“Whereof the Holy Ghost also is a witness to us……” - Hebrews
14:11
Satan is our adversary. Yes, God will tap you on the
side every once and a while and say “time to straight up” or “time to let that
go.” However, the exhortation of the Spirit and the accusation of the
devil have a distinct difference; and I fear that many in the faith fall prey
to casting away their confidence and fleeing back to an altar, or worse still,
the sinful world, simply because they never come to understand that they need
the witness of the Holy Ghost. It is a must have; they need a “character
witness.” Let us say for example you were accused by another person for
stealing. The real felon bares your likeness so the cops bring you in;
and all the evidence is pointing to your conviction. However, a prominent
and upstanding citizen of that area comes in and says it couldn't be you.
He vehemently denies the false accusation and proclaims boldly to the judge
while pointing directly at you: “It was not this man, I witness under oath that
this man was having dinner with me last night at the time of the robbery…….he
is innocent!” This citizen’s word is so well respected that immediately
you are set at liberty. It is not your reason, logic, or conduct that
frees you from the accuser, but rather the testimony of the character witness.
In this manner, the Holy Ghost is a witness unto us.
Why, he is the strongest and most powerful witness there is; sent by Jesus
himself to testify to all accusers that this man is redeemed! He is a
child of God and in the bondage of sin no more! So when Satan comes along
and tries to tell you that “You’re not where you ought to be.” Don’t
bother with trying to build your case; simply stand on the character witness of
the Holy Ghost to tell your accuser that you are not free born, but free
INDEED! Furthermore, when the witness is inside of you it will testify to
the accuser day in and day out. It will testify in your disposition,
dress, and decisions. It will testify in your manner of life and concern
for others. The abiding change in your
life and consistent confidence towards God can only be brought about by the
power of the Holy Ghost. So seek the
character witness of the Holy Ghost no matter the cost, and keep the connection
firm and grounded; this will always and forever banish your accuser.
“14For by one offering he hath
perfected for ever them that are sanctified. 15 Whereof the Holy Ghost also is a
witness to us: for after that he had said before, 16 This is the covenant that I will
make with them after those days, saith the Lord, I will put my laws into their
hearts, and in their minds will I write them; 17 And their sins and iniquities will I
remember no more.” – Hebrews 10:14-17
