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NASB | 1 Corinthians 14:31 For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all may be exhorted; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 14:31 For [in this way] you can all prophesy one by one, so that everyone may be instructed and everyone may be encouraged; |
Bible Question: My question is about prophecy. If someone from the presbytery comes and prophecies over you, how do you know that prophecy is from God and how do you respond to it? What if they are prophesying and you have no idea what the person is talking about? How do you test the truth of the prophecy or legitimacy of the prophet? |
Bible Answer: 1 Corinthians 14:29 Let the prophets speak two or three, and let the other judge. 1 Corinthians 14:31 For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted. The type of prophesying you are speaking of would be the type we read of in I Corinthians 14, which I am sure you know is not limited to the presbytery, however they indeed should be an example of it's proper usage. We judge all things according the Word of God,and it would be not different when judging prophecy. Some will mention the OT test of a false prophet or a true prophet based on whether what they say will come to pass. This does not apply to the I corinthians 14 chapter or I should say "new testament" prophet and prophesy which never was after the order of the OT prophets. The OT prophets ended with John the baptist, and the OT prophets that prophesied false things to lead people astray and pretend to be of the same calling as Elijah, or Isaiah, were to be tested, they that said that Israel would prosper, while Isaiah was saying judgement was coming, were exposed as false soon enough. The new testament prophesy is not and never was given to write scripture or to take the place of scripture, the apostle Paul would ask us to judge what is said in the light of scripture. If it is not doctrinally correct, forget about it. But look at the purpose Paul gives for new testament prophecy in the church... 1 Corinthians 14:31 For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted. It will be most identified with bringing comfort. If someone is prophesying over you promises that are already contained in God's Word, it is comforting and there is nothing to fear about receiving such a prophesy. What is the purpose? God will lead someone to give you a scriptual word of encouragement that will help you in something you are going through or about to go through. If it does not make sense to you, or you cannot say it is NOT scriptural, just shelf it and don't worry about it. If it was meant for you then you will be reminded by the Lord latter and it will be a comfort. If it is flaky like.. "you are going to get a visit from Michael the archangel.." then just leave. And don't go back. No presbyter should be so immature. That is not a seasoned pastor but a novice. |
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