Vision Interpretation?

[Destiny Newslink]

I don't normally have visions. However, many years ago I had a prophet from a Pentecostal Singing group visit a Baptist Church I was attending and there was a prophecy made over me with one of the singers. Keep in mind that there were other prophecies made for other Church members that actually ended up coming true, so this is worth mentioning. I'm not going to go over the full prophecy, but one of the statements made during this prophecy is "God has something great for you, all you have to do is claim it." During the prophesy she gave me, she stopped in the middle of the song due to a vision she had and I won't talk about the vision here as that's separate than the point I'm getting to. This prophecy was in a GA Church.

A little later in life, I found myself in Arizona, where I had decided to try out going to a Pentecostal Church for a change. During the service, I had went up to pray at the alter call and I did feel a little something during the prayer, but it wasn't until I had went to the men's restroom after praying (and the service wasn't fully done). The person who prayed over me chased me down to the bathroom and told me he had seen a vision while praying with me and he was told to tell me that God "had something great for me and all you have to do is claim it" and he followed that up by saying he was told that he was told to tell me to "go home". Somehow at that moment, I knew "go home" didn't mean going back to my apartment but the State I was half raised in.

So a little later, I went back to that State and tried out a Pentecostal Church again as I was experiencing some wild things with them and it peaked my interest. During an altar call, I had went up and the person praying over me was actually squeezing my head to the point I felt like I was losing blood flow or something to my brain and felt like I was about to black out, when suddenly I had seen my first and only vision. It was almost pitch black and felt like I was in space or something as there were white dots with the only exception of this brilliant transparentish looking crystal where suddenly everything was flooding from it towards me with knowledge, peace, love, you name it. And then I suddenly heard a voice saying "This is what I have for you, claim it.". Afterwards, I was shocked I didn't pass out because I was honestly convinced it was all because I thought the guy was squeezing my head too tight. I do not know, still to this day, exactly what all of that meant. I wonder if anyone has had any similar experience or word of knowledge as to what this means? I have already been saved. It was confirmed in 3 different States (however, all 3 had Pentecostal people involved). Is this something commonly spoken of in Pentecostal Churches or something? Even if so, that doesn't explain what I heard inside my own head. Anyone know? Thanks.

 

[quietthinker]

I don't normally have visions. However, many years ago I had a prophet from a Pentecostal Singing group visit a Baptist Church I was attending and there was a prophecy made over me with one of the singers. Keep in mind that there were other prophecies made for other Church members that actually ended up coming true, so this is worth mentioning. I'm not going to go over the full prophecy, but one of the statements made during this prophecy is "God has something great for you, all you have to do is claim it." During the prophesy she gave me, she stopped in the middle of the song due to a vision she had and I won't talk about the vision here as that's separate than the point I'm getting to. This prophecy was in a GA Church.

A little later in life, I found myself in Arizona, where I had decided to try out going to a Pentecostal Church for a change. During the service, I had went up to pray at the alter call and I did feel a little something during the prayer, but it wasn't until I had went to the men's restroom after praying (and the service wasn't fully done). The person who prayed over me chased me down to the bathroom and told me he had seen a vision while praying with me and he was told to tell me that God "had something great for me and all you have to do is claim it" and he followed that up by saying he was told that he was told to tell me to "go home". Somehow at that moment, I knew "go home" didn't mean going back to my apartment but the State I was half raised in.

So a little later, I went back to that State and tried out a Pentecostal Church again as I was experiencing some wild things with them and it peaked my interest. During an altar call, I had went up and the person praying over me was actually squeezing my head to the point I felt like I was losing blood flow or something to my brain and felt like I was about to black out, when suddenly I had seen my first and only vision. It was almost pitch black and felt like I was in space or something as there were white dots with the only exception of this brilliant transparentish looking crystal where suddenly everything was flooding from it towards me with knowledge, peace, love, you name it. And then I suddenly heard a voice saying "This is what I have for you, claim it.". Afterwards, I was shocked I didn't pass out because I was honestly convinced it was all because I thought the guy was squeezing my head too tight. I do not know, still to this day, exactly what all of that meant. I wonder if anyone has had any similar experience or word of knowledge as to what this means? I have already been saved. It was confirmed in 3 different States (however, all 3 had Pentecostal people involved). Is this something commonly spoken of in Pentecostal Churches or something? Even if so, that doesn't explain what I heard inside my own head. Anyone know? Thanks.

This is not intended to be offensive, rather it is to point out a common trait.
The count of 38 references to I, me, my and I'm. (highlighted in red) surely tells to whom you are testifying to/ of

I might be forgiven in concluding that Buddha, Jesus, Mohammed, or any other including yourself is the object of your worship
It surely seems to me that SELF takes centre stage.

 

[Destiny Newslink]

This is not intended to be offensive, rather it is to point out a common trait.
The count of 38 references to I, me, my and I'm. (highlighted in red) surely tells to whom you are testifying to/ of

I might be forgiven in concluding that Buddha, Jesus, Mohammed, or any other including yourself is the object of your worship
It surely seems to me that SELF takes centre stage.

Well they (<- uh oh) were experiences that I (again with the I) had, being part of the topic and experience for the question. Is any of this acceptable here? Asking if anyone had some insight regarding the experience. Hoped that would've easily been picked up on. hmmmm... apologies if it wasn't

 

[quietthinker]

Well they (<- uh oh) were experiences that I (again with the I) had, being part of the topic and experience for the question. Is any of this acceptable here? Asking if anyone had some insight regarding the experience. Hoped that would've easily been picked up on. hmmmm... apologies if it wasn't

I've submitted post #2 for the sole purpose of self reflection.
In all we, say, think and do (give our attention and energy to) we testify to something. The question is to what? Is it ourselves or is it to the one we claim has our adoration?

Claiming something does not make it so as words are easy and cheap. We all know that from observing advertising.

 

[TLHKAJ]

Is this something commonly spoken of in Pentecostal Churches or something? Even if so, that doesn't explain what I heard inside my own head. Anyone know? Thanks.

The phrase you mentioned being told is not too uncommon, but that you were told the same thing in different settings is significant.

knowledge, peace, love, you name it. And then I suddenly heard a voice saying "This is what I have for you, claim it.".

These are things that are abundantly given when we are walking in close relationship with God. We often lose sight of this if our eyes are diverted onto the cares of life. But His purpose is that we walk in knowledge, peace, love, etc.

2 Corinthians 5:7
[7](For we walk by faith, not by sight:)

 

[Destiny Newslink]

The phrase you mentioned being told is not too uncommon, but that you were told the same thing in different settings is significant.

These are things that are abundantly given when we are walking in close relationship with God. We often lose sight of this if our eyes are diverted onto the cares of life. But His purpose is that we walk in knowledge, peace, love, etc.

2 Corinthians 5:7
[7](For we walk by faith, not by sight:)

Thank you. This experience has had me scratching my head for decades and this is a better response than the usual when I've asked my Pastor and such. I normally just get a question of something like what kinds of things pop up in my head when I think of a crystal to help interpret it. I've felt like these similar vision experiences must've needed an interpreter of some sort as I didn't fully understand it or if it was me just being ignorant about the topic/phrase or what. I was mostly raised in a Baptist setting and so this vision stuff didn't seem to come around much in our services, so I have a lack of experience with these events.

 

[TLHKAJ]

I normally just get a question of something like what kinds of things pop up in my head when I think of a crystal to help interpret it.

This happens a lot. There is no precedent for this method of "interpretation" given in scripture. Dream and vision interpretation comes from God, not the carnal mind. There is no need to ask questions or gather information in order to get an interpretation. But it seems this kind of "dream interpretation" is being taught in schools/churches. (This may not be popular, but it needs to be said.)

 

[Destiny Newslink]

This happens a lot. There is no precedent for this method of "interpretation" given in scripture. Dream and vision interpretation comes from God, not the carnal mind. There is no need to ask questions or gather information in order to get an interpretation. But it seems this kind of "dream interpretation" is being taught in schools/churches. (This may not be popular, but it needs to be said.)

I did see examples of dream interpretation in the Bible but also figured God would send an interpreter if it was needed. So I just kind of rested on it being my own ignorance as my lack of experience in that field. Genesis 40:8, Judges 7, Daniel 2, Daniel 4, Daniel 7. I even took college accreditation courses on subconscious behavior where "dream therapy" was taught and asking the kinds of questions that my Pastor asked is what we were taught there in college, so maybe that's where that methology came from. But I believe visions are divinely provided and may need divine interpretation vs psychology lol

 

[TLHKAJ]

I did see examples of dream interpretation in the Bible but also figured God would send an interpreter if it was needed. So I just kind of rested on it being my own ignorance as my lack of experience in that field. Genesis 40:8, Judges 7, Daniel 2, Daniel 4, Daniel 7. I even took college accreditation courses on subconscious behavior where "dream therapy" was taught and asking the kinds of questions that my Pastor asked is what we were taught there in college, so maybe that's where that methology came from. But I believe visions are divinely provided and may need divine interpretation vs psychology lol

True. Dreams can be random, or contain information like repressed memories ...or be a conglomeration of things our mind is processing, life experiences, etc ....or nightmares for various reasons.

Of course, dreams can be from God as well. And God is the giver of the interpretation. And yes, there are many examples of dreams and dream interpretation in scripture ...but not of the interpreter quizzing and asking questions of the dreamer in order to figure out what the dream might mean.

I have a thread where I have shared some of my dreams. I may share others in that thread. But I'm very leery of many people coming with their guesses and opinions,.asking questions, etc. I usually have an interpretation or understanding of my dreams, or partial understanding. But I don't think it's a good practice to invite everyone to give interpretations.

 

[Destiny Newslink]

Yeah I can understand that in dream interpretation, but with vision interpretations, being awake. That's something altogether a field I'm not experienced in at all. I have no idea why I brought up dream interpretation all of a sudden. Must be all of the Christmas food eating I'm falling under lol

 

[quietthinker]

Do we really think we can outsmart the devil with our rational when he 'injects' thoughts and dreams and visions which convinces us they are from God?
Visions and dreams given by God are clearly and unequivocally identified as such.
Joseph, Mary's husband had such dreams as did the wise Men from the East. Daniel, Ezekiel and John such revelations as did Paul and Peter.

 

[TLHKAJ]

Yeah I can understand that in dream interpretation, but with vision interpretations, being awake. That's something altogether a field I'm not experienced in at all. I have no idea why I brought up dream interpretation all of a sudden. Must be all of the Christmas food eating I'm falling under lol

Well, it kinda fits in the same category. :)

Acts 2:16-18
[16]But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel;
[17]And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams:
[18]And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:

 

[Aunty Jane]

I did see examples of dream interpretation in the Bible but also figured God would send an interpreter if it was needed. So I just kind of rested on it being my own ignorance as my lack of experience in that field. Genesis 40:8, Judges 7, Daniel 2, Daniel 4, Daniel 7. I even took college accreditation courses on subconscious behavior where "dream therapy" was taught and asking the kinds of questions that my Pastor asked is what we were taught there in college, so maybe that's where that methology came from. But I believe visions are divinely provided and may need divine interpretation vs psychology lol

I have to agree that not all that appears to be divine actually is…..the devil is a deceiver and the fact that you had this same experience in three different locations means it came from the same source…..but that doesn’t mean it came from God. Those who had dreams and visions in the Bible, had them for a reason which was made clear to them, either by God, or by one that God provided to offer an explanation.

Since we are not in Bible times, but in the last days of this wicked world, (2 Tim 3:1-5) we must not underestimate the devil and his deceiving ways….these are his last days too and he is desperate and angry that he is running out of time. Be cautious. God does not deceive nor does he play games with us.

 

[Destiny Newslink]

I have to agree that not all that appears to be divine actually is…..the devil is a deceiver and the fact that you had this same experience in three different locations means it came from the same source…..but that doesn’t mean it came from God. Those who had dreams and visions in the Bible, had them for a reason which was made clear to them, either by God, or by one that God provided to offer an explanation.

Since we are not in Bible times, but in the last days of this wicked world, (2 Tim 3:1-5) we must not underestimate the devil and his deceiving ways….these are his last days too and he is desperate and angry that he is running out of time. Be cautious. God does not deceive nor does he play games with us.

These vision statements were provided to me in my younger developing years as a Christian, so I was pretty more wowed than I am now days after seeing so much wow, but I do see a lot of wow still. So wow I just looped myself lol

 

[DuckieLady]

This is not intended to be offensive, rather it is to point out a common trait.
The count of 38 references to I, me, my and I'm. (highlighted in red) surely tells to whom you are testifying to/ of

I might be forgiven in concluding that Buddha, Jesus, Mohammed, or any other including yourself is the object of your worship
It surely seems to me that SELF takes centre stage.

I think this is getting silly. The poor guy has an issue and just wants some closure.

"I haven't eaten in days and I could use help."

"Oh, well it's just all about you. Isn't it!?" - Never said Jesus

 

[Stumpmaster]

I normally just get a question of something like what kinds of things pop up in my head when I think of a crystal to help interpret it.

Have you been influenced by New Age Mysticism at some time?

 

[Destiny Newslink]

Have you been influenced by New Age Mysticism at some time?

Many years ago I was familiar with the topic but not really a follower of it. I would suppose the same question would need to have been asked of the other 2 that shared in the vision/word. I have never went out and purchased crystal shrines or anything like that, but was familiar with how frequencies and such are used with crystals tuning (like cell phones and such like that). Was a little fascinated with the topic back then.

 

[DuckieLady]

Many years ago I was familiar with the topic but not really a follower of it. I would suppose the same question would need to have been asked of the other 2 that shared in the vision/word. I have never went out and purchased crystal shrines or anything like that, but was familiar with how frequencies and such are used with crystals tuning (like cell phones and such like that). Was a little fascinated with the topic back then.

I don't want to get too involved because I really don't think anyone can tell you but God.

However, you asked if it was a common thing in Pentecostal churches and the honest answer is kind of. There is kind of a theme there.

But as for not it was true, I don't want to guess and lead you off whatever God's course is.

 

[Stumpmaster]

Many years ago I was familiar with the topic but not really a follower of it. I would suppose the same question would need to have been asked of the other 2 that shared in the vision/word. I have never went out and purchased crystal shrines or anything like that, but was familiar with how frequencies and such are used with crystals tuning (like cell phones and such like that). Was a little fascinated with the topic back then.

Best forget about it then.

Php 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, (14) I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

 

[TLHKAJ]

Best forget about it then.

Php 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, (14) I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

There is no indication that his vision came out of his past knowledge (not involvement) of New Age.

Where does your knowledge of New Age come from? This is not an attack, but you obviously have some knowledge of/about New Age. Does that taint everything you do as a follower of Christ?