The Gift of Prophecy By Dr. Charles Stanley Have you ever wondered why Christians behave as they do? What factors motivate our actions? One important answer is the nature of a believer’s spiritual gift. Whatever you do in life, you will do your best and find the greatest sense of fulfillment by using your gift in the power of the Holy Spirit. The gift of prophecy is one of seven motivational gifts identified by God’s Word in Romans 12:6-8. Prophecy means much more than to foretell the future. It also means “to speak the truth” or “to proclaim.” Very seldom does the Lord God reveal a future event to us. The motivational gift of prophecy is primarily concerned with speaking forth the truth. The Word of God helps us to understand characteristics and avoid misunderstandings associated with the gift of prophecy, and it shows us how we use that gift when we walk in the Spirit. Characteristics of someone with the gift of prophecy: A strong need to express himself verbally. A strong ability to discern the character and motives of other people. Wholehearted involvement in whatever he is doing. Very open to correction. Extremely loyal. Willingness to suffer for what is right. Persuasive in defining truth.
Posted on: Thu, 16 Oct 2014 13:58:00 +0000
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