Awakened to Deliver – The Gifts of the Spirit: Prophecy
Week 29, Day 4: The Purpose and Power of Prophetic Words
Key Verse: 1 Corinthians 14:3 (NASB 2020)
“But the one who prophesies speaks to people for edification, exhortation, and consolation.”
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Episode Highlights
• Prophecy strengthens believers through edification, exhortation, and consolation.
• Prophetic words confirm God’s calling, activate spiritual gifts, and bring clarity to the Church.
• True prophecy flows from love and must always align with Scripture.
• Prophetic words reveal hidden things to bring freedom, not shame or condemnation.
• Testing prophecy is vital—every word should glorify Jesus and bear witness with the Spirit.
• Mature prophetic ministry requires humility, accountability, and the fruit of the Spirit.
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Scriptures to Reflect On
• 1 Corinthians 14:3 – Prophecy builds up, stirs up, and lifts up.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21 – “Do not despise prophetic utterances, but examine everything…”
• 1 Timothy 1:18 – Prophetic words confirm calling and direction.
• 1 Timothy 4:14 – “Do not neglect the spiritual gift within you, which was granted to you through prophecy…”
• Acts 13:2 – The Spirit’s prophetic direction for Paul and Barnabas.
• Revelation 19:10 – The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.
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Takeaway Thought
Prophecy is a powerful tool that strengthens, confirms, and directs, but it must always flow from the Father’s heart. True prophetic words don’t manipulate or condemn—they build faith, bring comfort, and call people closer to Jesus.
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Music Credits
• “Paphos” by Mountaineer
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Call to Action
Have you received a prophetic word recently? Take time to pray over it, test it, and ask God how to walk it out. Tomorrow, we’ll wrap up this series by learning how to walk in the prophetic with faith, integrity, and submission to the Holy Spirit.
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