Prophecy for the People

Do you believe in prophecy? I just finished reading "You May All Prophesy" by Steve Thompson. It is a fascinating manual highlighting our call not only to hear from God but also to prophesy to others. His understanding of prophesying is simply speaking a divine word in order to strengthen, encourage, and comfort others (cf. I Corinthians 14:3). This may seem unrealistic or even impossible for some to accept, but Christians are able to hear from God and share what the Spirit is saying to others.

"The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy." Rev. 19:10

Be encouraged and know that you can grow in your ability to listen to God. Jesus was our model because he did not speak on his own accord- the Father told him what to say and how to say it (cf. John 12:49; 8:28). May we become more intimate with our Heavenly Father to hear and know his heart so we may prophesy to all people!

"Follow the way of love and eagerly desire spiritual gifts, especially the gift of prophecy." I Corinthians 14:1