At the heart of the Christian walk is a call to live differently—to stand out, not fit in. In a powerful and passionate message delivered at Harvest Sharon Fellowship Church, the speaker, Bro Benley mathew challenged the congregation with a concept that, at first, may sound peculiar: Spiritual Abnormality. While the phrase may feel uncomfortable or even confusing at first, it is a deeply biblical and transformative principle: a life filled and led by the Holy Spirit will not look like the norm. It’s not supposed to.

What Does It Mean to Be Spiritually Abnormal?

To be “abnormal” means to deviate from the expected, the usual, or the average. Spiritually abnormal, then, refers to a life that refuses to conform to worldly standards and instead pursues a supernatural, Spirit-led path. It is a life that embraces the extraordinary movements of God rather than trying to explain or contain them.

When the Holy Spirit is active in someone's life, it manifests in passionate worship, prophetic words, speaking in tongues, and unshakable conviction. These things often make others uncomfortable. But as the speaker emphasized, the Holy Spirit isn’t supposed to be normal. He is supernatural—and He calls us to live a life that is set apart.

The Call to Embrace the Spirit’s Work

Referencing 1 Peter 4:11, the speaker reminded the congregation that even in times of persecution, the early Church was called to let the Holy Spirit speak through them and empower their actions. The message was clear: believers today are no different. God still desires to use us, and it begins with embracing the Spirit without fear or hesitation—even when it looks strange to the world.

Three Rules for Practicing Spiritual Abnormality

The message highlighted three guiding principles for living a spiritually abnormal life:

1. Abstain from Evil

True transformation begins with repentance. As Acts 2 reminds us, the Holy Spirit comes to those who repent and are baptized. Abstaining from evil isn't about perfection but about discipline—choosing holiness over fleeting happiness, walking the narrow road even when it’s hard, and letting go of toxic habits and relationships that pull us away from God.

"Do you want to be happy for a moment or holy for a lifetime?"

2. Be Absolute in Your Conviction

In a world full of compromise, believers must be steadfast in their faith. Like Peter walking on water, we succeed when we keep our eyes on Jesus. When we focus on the storm, we sink. Spiritual abnormality requires being unshakable—standing firm in your beliefs even when culture, comfort, or fear push you to blend in.

“You don’t need to blend in to be blessed. You need God.”

This is especially important for young people. The speaker urged them not to seek validation from friends, social media, or trends, but to trust God with every aspect of their lives—from their future to their finances.

3. Abide by God’s Opportunities

Too many Christians are waiting passively for the “right” moment to serve, speak, or share. But the Holy Spirit doesn’t wait for comfort zones. As in Acts 2, the 120 believers didn’t stay in the upper room—they took their experience with the Spirit to the streets, and 3,000 souls were saved.

Opportunities from God are like open doors—they won’t stay open forever. If you’re given a chance to speak, teach, sing, or serve—take it. Especially for the youth, this is training for the world beyond church walls.

A Final Charge: Let the Holy Spirit Move

The message concluded with a passionate plea to stop trying to fit in and start standing out for the Kingdom. The fire of Pentecost didn’t die in the upper room—it still burns in every believer willing to surrender.

If you don’t yet feel the Holy Spirit in your life, now is the time to pray, repent, and invite Him in. Because when the end comes, as Scripture warns, God will gather those who carry His Spirit. It’s not about being perfect or having a title—it’s about being willing. A student, a worker, a parent—anyone can carry the message of Christ.

“Being spiritually abnormal isn’t about being weird—it’s about being set apart, Spirit-filled, and Kingdom-focused.”