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When God Warns You About Someone

In our daily lives, we encounter many people. Some of them come as blessings, while others may bring trials and tribulations. It is not uncommon for God to send us warnings about someone in our lives.

Recognizing these warnings can help us navigate relationships more effectively and lead us towards healthier, more fulfilling lives.

This post will discuss how to identify when God warns you about someone, using examples from the New King James Version (NKJV) of the Bible.

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Discerning God’s Voice

Before we delve into the signs of God’s warnings, it’s crucial to establish that we can discern God’s voice. Often, we may confuse our intuition or gut feeling with divine guidance. The Bible gives us clear guidance on how to recognize God’s voice:

“My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.” (John 10:27, NKJV)

If you have a relationship with God and seek His guidance, you will recognize His voice when He speaks to you. Spend time in prayer and meditation, and study the Word of God to develop your discernment.

1. Uneasiness in Your Spirit

One sign that God may be warning you about someone is a sense of uneasiness or discomfort in your spirit. This feeling is often hard to shake, even when there is no apparent reason for it. In the book of Acts, the Apostle Paul experienced a similar uneasiness:

“Now when they had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia.” (Acts 16:6, NKJV)

In this instance, the Holy Spirit prevented Paul from entering certain regions to preach the gospel. Similarly, the Holy Spirit may place a sense of unease in your heart when encountering someone who may not be right for you.

2. Consistent Frustration and Hindrances

Frustration and hindrances can be another indication that God is warning you about someone. It’s essential to differentiate between normal challenges that come with relationships and consistent obstacles that block your progress or spiritual growth. Consider the story of Balaam:

“Then God’s anger was aroused because he went, and the Angel of the Lord took His stand in the way as an adversary against him.” (Numbers 22:22, NKJV)

God sent an angel to block Balaam’s path when he was about to make a harmful decision. If you find yourself continuously facing frustrations and hindrances in a relationship, it could be God’s way of warning you.

3. Words of Wisdom from Trusted Sources

God can also use trusted friends, family, or spiritual leaders to warn you about someone. These individuals, who have your best interests at heart, may offer wisdom or insight that you hadn’t considered before. In the Old Testament, King Rehoboam faced a similar situation:

“And the king answered the people roughly, and rejected the advice which the elders had given him.” (1 Kings 12:13, NKJV)

King Rehoboam ignored the wise counsel of his elders, leading to disastrous consequences. If trusted individuals express concern about someone in your life, take their advice seriously and prayerfully consider their words.

4. Dreams and Visions

In some instances, God may use dreams and visions to warn you about someone. In the book of Genesis, God used dreams to communicate with Joseph:

“Now Joseph had a dream, and he told it to his brothers; and they hated him even more.” (Genesis 37:5, NKJV)

Throughout the Bible, dreams and visions have been used to convey divine messages. If you experience a dream or vision that seems to be a warning about someone, it’s essential to pray for discernment and seek confirmation from God.

5. Alignment with Biblical Principles

Another way to determine if God is warning you about someone is to consider whether your relationship with that person aligns with biblical principles. For example, the Bible warns against forming close relationships with those who live in opposition to God’s teachings:

“Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what communion has light with darkness?” (2 Corinthians 6:14, NKJV)

If you find that your relationship with someone is causing you to compromise your faith or values, it may be a sign that God is warning you about that person.

6. Persistent Patterns of Disobedience

When someone consistently displays patterns of disobedience to God’s Word, it may be a warning sign that they are not the best person to have in your life. The Bible tells us that we should be cautious about whom we associate with:

“He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed.” (Proverbs 13:20, NKJV)

If someone in your life is persistently engaging in behaviors that go against God’s teachings, it may be a warning that this person could negatively impact your spiritual growth.

7. Conviction from the Holy Spirit

Lastly, the Holy Spirit may convict you directly about someone. This conviction may come as a strong inner prompting or feeling that something isn’t right. In the book of Acts, the Holy Spirit played an essential role in guiding the apostles:

“As they ministered to the Lord and fasted, the Holy Spirit said, ‘Now separate to Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.'” (Acts 13:2, NKJV)

If you experience a strong conviction from the Holy Spirit regarding someone in your life, it’s crucial to pay attention and prayerfully seek God’s guidance.

8. Unanswered Prayers and Lack of Peace

Sometimes, God’s warning may come in the form of unanswered prayers or a lack of peace when you pray about a particular person or situation. This may indicate that God is trying to redirect your focus or prevent you from going down a harmful path. The Bible says:

“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.” (Colossians 3:15, NKJV)

When you lack peace in a relationship or situation, take it as a sign to reevaluate and seek God’s guidance.

9. Unfolding of Negative Consequences

God may allow the negative consequences of someone’s actions to unfold as a warning to you. By observing the impact of their behavior on themselves and others, you may realize that this person isn’t suitable for your life. The Bible tells us that we reap what we sow:

“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.” (Galatians 6:7, NKJV)

Pay attention to the consequences of someone’s actions and consider if this person’s presence in your life is beneficial or detrimental.

10. Divine Intervention

In some cases, God may directly intervene in a situation to warn you about someone. This could manifest as a series of seemingly coincidental events or obstacles that block your path. Recall the story of Jonah:

“But the Lord sent out a great wind on the sea, and there was a mighty tempest on the sea, so that the ship was about to be broken up.” (Jonah 1:4, NKJV)

Jonah’s disobedience led to divine intervention in the form of a storm. If you notice a pattern of unusual events or obstacles surrounding a person or situation, consider the possibility that God is sending you a warning.

11. Revelation through Scripture

God’s Word is a powerful tool for discernment and guidance. As you read and study the Bible, you may come across passages that speak directly to your situation, highlighting potential issues or concerns with someone in your life. The Bible tells us:

“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” (2 Timothy 3:16, NKJV)

Stay open to the possibility that God may use Scripture to warn you about someone, and be receptive to His guidance.

12. Confirmation through Circumstances

When God warns you about someone, He may provide confirmation through your circumstances. This may involve a series of events or situations that reinforce the warning you initially received. As you notice these patterns, pray for wisdom and discernment to understand and act on the warning.

Conclusion

God’s warnings about someone in your life may come in various forms, such as uneasiness in your spirit, consistent frustration and hindrances, words of wisdom from trusted sources, dreams and visions, alignment with biblical principles, persistent patterns of disobedience, conviction from the Holy Spirit, unanswered prayers and lack of peace, unfolding of negative consequences, divine intervention, revelation through Scripture, and confirmation through circumstances.

It’s essential to stay connected to God through prayer, study of the Bible, and fellowship with other believers to recognize and respond to these warnings.

By doing so, you can protect yourself and your spiritual growth, ultimately leading to a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Remember that God’s guidance is rooted in His love for us, and His desire to see us grow and thrive in our relationship with Him. As you navigate the complexities of relationships and discern God’s warnings, trust in His wisdom and care for your well-being.

Pastor Duke Taber
Pastor Duke Taber

Pastor Duke Taber

All articles have been written or reviewed by Pastor Duke Taber.
Pastor Duke Taber is an alumnus of Life Pacific University and Multnomah Biblical Seminary.
He has been in pastoral ministry since 1988.
Today he is the owner and managing editor of 3 successful Christian websites that support missionaries around the world.
He is currently starting a brand new church in Mesquite NV called Mesquite Worship Center, a Non-Denominational Spirit Filled Christian church in Mesquite Nevada.