Sunday, June 28

Jeremiah 28:9 (HCSB)

“As for the prophet who prophesies peace—only when the word of the prophet comes true will the prophet be recognized as one whom the LORD has truly sent.”

 

Call this “The Prophet Test.” It is a simple test to give anyone who claims to be a prophet. Here it is: Does his prophecy come true?

 

There have always been those who claim to prophesy “in the name of the Lord.” Some are the real deal. Some are blatantly liars. Some, you just can’t tell. They sound true enough. But there is still just that smidgen of doubt.

 

Well, this test will help.

 

A genuine prophet does not mind being put to the test. In fact, he probably expects it!

 

So ask him to prophesy something you can see. Give him the test.

 

If his prophecy comes true he speaks for the Lord—listen to him!

 

If it does not he speaks for himself—shun him!