"Pastor, I had a scary dream. I was eating something tough like meat in the dream. What should I do?"

 

Firstly, let's address your dream. It may seem like a bad dream to you, but it could actually be a revelation about your spiritual state. Feeling frightened after such an encounter is normal, especially if you didn't fully understand it. I've experienced dreams that scared me at first, but upon reflection and comparing them to God's word, I found peace.

Now, let me clarify: I'm not saying that eating in a dream is a good thing. It's just that not all instances of such dreams are necessarily bad. We know from experience that people's destinies have been manipulated through dreams involving eating. In such cases, it's unlikely that you'd remember exactly what you ate. However, if you do remember, it might signify something different. So, let's turn to some verses of scripture to shed light on your dream.

Hebrews 5 talks about spiritual maturity. It explains that as Christians, we should progress beyond basic teachings and grow in our understanding of God's word. Verse 12 points out that there comes a time when we should be able to teach others, but if we're still seeking basic instruction ourselves, we're like spiritual infants in need of milk instead of solid food.

Verse 13 emphasizes that those who stick to milk are inexperienced in applying the word to their lives, much like a baby struggling to open a drink. However, just as a child eventually learns to use tools or teeth to open a drink, we should mature in our ability to handle spiritual challenges.

Many Christians remain spiritual infants, continually seeking help from pastors or prophets for every little problem. While there's nothing wrong with seeking guidance, continuous dependency stunts our growth. Pastors are meant to disciple believers who can then disciple themselves and others. If you've been a Christian for years but still can't handle basic challenges independently, it's a sign of arrested development.

Verse 14 contrasts milk users with those who consume solid food. The latter have developed the ability to discern good from evil through practice. By engaging with God's word and applying it in their lives, they exercise their spiritual senses and become adept at navigating moral complexities.

Instead of relying solely on others for prayer or guidance, we should learn to pray, fast, and study the Bible ourselves. Through practice, our spiritual senses are sharpened, enabling us to discern between right and wrong. Just as parents gradually teach their children to use a knife, God sometimes allows challenges to arise, forcing us to rely on his principles rather than seeking a quick fix.

So, if you dreamt of eating spiritual meat, it could be a message from God to start applying his word independently and producing results. Alternatively, it might signify that you're maturing spiritually. However, if you still believe the dream is an attack, pray for protection and meditate on scriptures of deliverance. Trust in God's power to overcome any spiritual challenge you face.

I hope this explanation brings clarity to your situation and encourages you to grow in your spiritual journey.

Remain blessed in Jesus' name!