– but they are invaluable “What then is Apollos? What is Paul? Servants through whom you believed, as the Lord assigned to each. I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth. So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth.” — 1 Corinthians 3:5–7 The humility in those… Read More »
Prophetic ministry is not called to discover hidden, secret meanings of Scripture! The emphasis in this section on mentoring is mentoring with prophetic people in mind. It’s not just about helping them hear God’s voice—it’s about helping them root what they do, say, and even think in God’s Word. The Scriptures, breathed out by the Spirit of God,… Read More »
Mentoring a Scripture-honouring, Christ-exalting approach to prophetic ministry is a formidable intent! When biblical theology becomes the foundation for prophetic ministry, it takes the abstract and roots it in something unshakable. It also grounds the movement of the Spirit in the eternal Word of God. Without this grounding, prophetic ministry risks becoming a flicker—bright but brief, untethered from… Read More »
If you are going to step out in the gift of prophecy (and the Bible urges you to do so), there is much to encourage you—especially regarding things to do, like praying, believing, and discerning. But what about things to avoid? Well, yes, there are a few areas that feel like “walking on eggshells” or are simply best… Read More »
What do you think about prophecy? “Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy” (1 Corinthians 14:1, ESV). What do you think about prophecy? People have mixed opinions on it, yet it may be something we need to consider afresh—even within Charismatic churches. In the New Testament, when Paul, as an apostle and… Read More »
I dream a lot. I remember years ago sitting on a busy bus, closing my eyes for “just a moment,” and then dreaming about a man walking up to a field, trying to open the gate but finding he couldn’t do it. Another man came up behind him and pushed it open with one hand. Dreams and visions… Read More »