How to know if you are called to be a Prophet

There is a lot of confusion concerning the call into prophetic ministry. Many Christians are searching for confirmation.

To walk worthy of your calling, you must first have faith in God's call on your life..

Once you are sure, you can count the cost and decide whether to embrace the spiritual battle that lies ahead. This rule does have a few exceptions. Some pastors are too self-conscious to notice the gifts and callings of people around them. However, if you are called to prophetic ministry, rest certain that your call will be discerned in due season. You are not required to make an announcement, demonstrate your prophetic abilities, or otherwise attempt to inform others.

In His time, God will make everything clear. Waiting for Him to disclose your gifts in public ministry is, in reality, part of the process, the course of Holy Spirit instruction, teaching, and practical experience that you will learn about through the pages of this book of life (experiences). So, do you feel called to prophetic ministry? Here are two key elements to consider when answering this question.

First and foremost, you may have heard a prophetic message declaring your destiny. That could very well have been a real word, but take the time to double-check. I’ve witnessed prophetic utterances lead sincere believers on spiritual goose hunts in search of gifts and callings that Jesus never bestowed. It’s heartbreaking to see people cling to a false word that they believe is authentic while missing God’s true calling for their lives.

Second, perhaps you routinely witness revelatory gifts developing in your ministry, such as words of wisdom, words of knowledge, and discerning of spirits. That gives you a sense of your role in the Kingdom. It’s actually a better sign that you’ve been called to prophetic ministry than a visiting prophet’s statement at the altar. If you are called to be a prophet, you will feel compelled to root out, tear down, destroy, throw down, build, and plant. If you’re called to prophetic ministry, you’ll practice the revelatory gifts on a regular basis, not only on special occasions. You’ll feel compelled to walk in prophetic gifts on a frequent basis.

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