“The LORD your God will raise up for you a Prophet like me from your midst, from your brethren. Him you shall hear.” Dt18.15 NKJV
It is noteworthy that prophets are raised up by God. Some people of course, will appoint themselves, as a spokes person for Him. We are warned of false prophets and false teachers who speak and seek their own agendas. Not to worry, Jesus told us we would know them by their fruit.
Truthfully God calls all of His children into ministry. Some He calls as prophets, some as pastor-teachers, but, all of us are raised up and, for some purpose. Father not only calls each of us, He equips us as well. Our gifts, talents and possessions are usually an indication of how we are to serve Him. And, our service to Him is always reflected in our service to others. How do we determine our calling? Well, if God puts a shovel in your hand, He probably wants you to dig. Some will teach, some will render help, others may encourage or counsel, each of us should serve as He has gifted us.
But, I think it is fair to say, that all of us will get a chance at the microphone to prophecy for Him. For this reason every Christian is told to, “…always be ready to give an answer to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you.” When the mic is passed into our hand, will we be ready with an answer? 1Pt3.15 12/10/07 ts
Just me trying to be honest with God.
