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The Prophetic Ministry: Exploring the Prophetic Office and Gift
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Length: 45 pages52 minutes
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This publication presents a solid introduction to the prophetic ministry. It will bring clarity and understanding to the prophetic office, the prophetic anointing, and the gift of prophecy. This information will help individuals to recognize the operations of this anointing in their lives and in the lives of others. It is our hope that believers will develop a greater respect and appreciation for the prophetic office and gift.
- Publisher:
- Abundant Truth Publishing
- Released:
- Apr 20, 2012
- ISBN:
- 9781601411563
- Format:
- Book
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The Prophetic Ministry - Roderick L. Evans
THE PROPHETIC MINISTRY
EXPLORING THE PROPHETIC OFFICE AND GIFT
Written by: Roderick L. Evans
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The Prophetic Ministry
Exploring the Prophetic Office and Gift
Copyright ©2009 by Roderick L. Evans
ISBN 13: 978-1-60141-156-3
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Contents
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1 – What is a Prophet?
Prophets in the Old Testament
Prophets in the New Testament
Chapter 2 – The Office of the Prophet
Prophets as Messengers
Prophets as Interpreters
Nine Functions of the Prophet
Focus of Prophets
Chapter 3 – What is Prophecy?
The Gift of Prophecy
The Prophetic Anointing
The Prophetic Office
The Spirit of Prophecy
Chapter 4 – The Prophetic Vehicle
Voice of the Lord
Dreams and Visions
Prophetic Perception
Prophetic Events
Prayer
Angels
The Scriptures
Chapter 5 – The Prophetic Perspective
Guidelines for Receiving Prophecy
Guidelines for Judging Prophecy
Guidelines for Applying Prophecy
Preface
Prophetic ministry is important to the furtherance of the Kingdom of God and the Church. It is my prayer that the information presented in this work will bring clarity, appreciation, and understanding to the prophetic ministry.
Numerous works have been produced which highlight the ministries listed in Ephesians 4. This book is to be used in connection with other publications. Many authors focus on the functions of the prophet. My intent is to bring balance by focusing on the character requirements of those walking in this office and possessing this anointing.
Introduction
The scriptures reveal that God has set ministries and gifts in the Church. The ministries of the apostle and the prophet provide the foundation for the Church. The ministry of the prophet is important for the equipping, perfecting, and spiritual advancement of the saints.
In the pages of this book, we will discuss the ministry of the prophet. A proper understanding of this ministry will help individuals recognize and appreciate its functionality in the Church.
1 - What is a Prophet?
The prophets are here! God always spoke to His people through the ministry of the prophets. After the Church was established, prophets continued to minister. The ministry of prophets did not cease after the deaths of the first century apostles and prophets. Some scholars have promoted the idea that since we have scripture, there is no need for prophetic ministry. Others believe that since the Holy Spirit is in all believers, prophetic ministry is useless.
However, we should know that these doctrines are incorrect. Prophets and prophetic ministry are essential to God’s purpose for the Church. God established this ministry in the Church second only to apostolic ministry.
The word prophet originates from the Greek word, prophetes, which means an inspired speaker or a
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