The Scriptural Test Of Prophecy
Main Text: 1 Corinthians 14: 29-32
Memory Verse: 2 Timothy 3:16
The Bible indicates the need to examine every word of prophecy before they are acted upon. Among other tools for judging the prophetic message is the Holy Scriptures. The scriptural test is important because;
1. The Bible is the final reference point for any Christian action, word or thought.
The Bible indicates the need to examine every word of prophecy before they are acted upon. Among other tools for judging the prophetic message is the Holy Scriptures. The scriptural test is important because;
1. The Bible is the final reference point for any Christian action, word or thought.
· All Scripture is given by inspiration of God.
· Scripture is profitable and useful for:
§ Instruction and teaching of Christian doctrine
§ Rebuking, reproof, and conviction of sin
§ Correction of error and discipline in obedience,
§ Training in righteousness
2. God does not say one thing in His word (the Bible) and oppose it by a word of prophecy. Scriptures must always buttress and confirm prophecy and prophecy MUST always be in line with Scripture.
3. When the prophetic word is examined in the light of the word of God the individual believer and the Church as a body are protected from falsehood.
Point for Discussion
Why is the word of God the final reference point in testing all prophecies?
2. God does not say one thing in His word (the Bible) and oppose it by a word of prophecy. Scriptures must always buttress and confirm prophecy and prophecy MUST always be in line with Scripture.
3. When the prophetic word is examined in the light of the word of God the individual believer and the Church as a body are protected from falsehood.
Point for Discussion
Why is the word of God the final reference point in testing all prophecies?
The word of God is in all sufficient. It is sharper than any two edged sword, and it discerns the flesh from the Spirit (Heb 4:12). Therefore if any so called prophecy is from the flesh the word of God can identify it. Are there types of prophecy, what are they??
ReplyDeleteProphesies are usually classified according to the message they bring, as Prediction (Telling what is going to happen), or Exhortation (Affirming how the Bible says people should live). Sometimes they are classified according to their sources, as is done in the study. Thanks for visiting Nattieboat.
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