Chapter 5

by Praise Malinga

The interpretation of dreams has been a topic of interest for many, with various approaches and theories emerging over time. However, the common misconception that interpreting dreams requires knowing specific symbols or codes is not entirely accurate. In reality, God gives us dreams to prompt us to seek Him for interpretation, not to rely on our own understanding or external sources.

The Bible provides clear examples of this principle.

In Daniel 2:30, it is written: "But as for me, this secret is not revealed to me for any wisdom that I have more than any living, but for their sakes that shall make known the interpretation to the king, and that thou mightest know the thoughts of thy heart."

Daniel attributes the interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar's dream to God, emphasizing that it was not his own wisdom but God's revelation.

Similarly, in Genesis 40:8, Joseph says: "And they said unto him, We have dreamed a dream, and there is no interpreter of it. And Joseph said unto them, Do not interpretations belong to God? tell me them, I pray you."

Joseph redirects the cupbearer and the baker to God, emphasizing that interpretations belong to God.

These examples demonstrate that God is the ultimate source of interpretation, and He reveals it to those who seek Him. The common practice of assigning specific meanings to symbols, such as water representing the Holy Spirit or a lion representing Jesus Christ, can be misleading. While these symbols may have significance in certain contexts, they are not a universal language for interpreting dreams.

Instead, God uses dreams to prompt us to seek Him, and He provides the interpretation as He sees fit.

In Daniel 2:17-18, Daniel's response to Nebuchadnezzar's dream is noteworthy: "Then Daniel went to his house, and made the thing known to Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, his companions: And he desired mercy of the God of heaven, that this secret might be revealed to them, that they and all that knew them, might not perish." Daniel prayed for interpretation, seeking God's mercy and revelation.

This approach is in line with the biblical principle of seeking God for understanding.
In James 1:5, it is written: "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it will be given him." God is willing to grant wisdom and interpretation to those who seek Him.

However, this requires a relationship with God, not just a superficial knowledge of symbols or codes. Those who had a relationship with God, like Daniel and Joseph, sought God for interpretation and did not rely on external sources. In contrast, those who lacked a relationship with God, like Nebuchadnezzar and Pharaoh, sought interpretation from others.

In Genesis 41:8, it is written: "And it came to pass in the morning that his spirit was troubled; and he sent and called for all the magicians of Egypt, and all the wise men thereof: and Pharaoh told them his dream; but there was none that could interpret them unto Pharaoh."

Pharaoh sought interpretation from his magicians and wise men, but they failed to provide it. It was only when Joseph, a man of God, was brought before Pharaoh that the interpretation was given.

In many prophetic churches, members fall into the trap of assuming they're witches or devil worshippers' hunters, but that's not what it's about. God in us is greater than they are, so they should be the ones worrying.
Jesus Christ said in John 6:70, "I have chosen you twelve, but one of you is a devil", yet He didn't expose or reveal him.
Why? Because love should be the foundation.

Christians need to understand that even if you've prophesied correctly all your life, it doesn't mean you're exempt from judgment or no longer need to verify your dreams. Jesus Christ said to Peter in Matthew 16:17, "Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah, for flesh and blood did not reveal this to you, but My Father who is in heaven". But then He rebuked Peter, saying in Matthew 16:23, "Get behind Me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to Me; for you are not setting your mind on God’s interests, but man’s". This shows that anyone can be a victim of deception.

In conclusion, interpreting dreams is not about knowing specific symbols or codes but about seeking God for revelation. The Bible teaches us to seek God for interpretation, just as Daniel and Joseph did. By seeking God, we can gain a deeper understanding of our dreams and His will for our lives. As it is written in Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."

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