GOD SPEAKS THROUGH HIS PROPHETS

Prophets are another channel through which God speaks to us.  The truth that God speaks to us through prophecy is clearly taught in the Bible:

"In the past God spoke to our forefather through the prophets at many times and in various ways."  Hebrews 1:1

Prophets In The Old Testament

In the Old Testament, God spoke through the prophets a message of repentance to bring His people back to Himself:

"The LORD warned Israel and Judah through all his prophets and seers: 'Turn from your evil ways. Observe my commands and decrees, in accordance with the entire Law that I commanded your fathers to obey and that I delivered to you through my servants the prophets.'"  2 Kings 17:13

Prophets In The New Testament Church

In the New Testament, God continued to speak to His children through His appointed prophets. The apostle Paul tells us that God deemed prophets to be vital for the life of the church:

"And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets,..."     1 Corinthians 12:28

Does God Speak To Us Through Prophecy?

In our time and age, God is still desires to speak to us through prophecy.  He desires to speak the 'now' word that relates to our needs and the direction that He desires us to take. The Bible tells us:

"Follow the way of love and eagerly desire spiritual gifts, especially the gift of prophecy."  1 Corinthians 14:1

Application

Let's open our minds to the truths of God's Word. Let's open our hearts to desire and receive God's gifts. Let's open our ears to hear God speaking words that strengthen, encourage and comfort His people.