THE PROPHET AND THE PROPHECY 

THE PROPHET AND THE PROPHECY: ANY PROPHECY MUST CONVEY THE TESTIMONY OF JESUS! 

“And I fell at his feet to WORSHIP him. And he said unto me, See thou DO IT NOT: I am thy fellowservant, and of thy brethren that have the TESTIMONY OF JESUS: WORSHIP God: FOR THE TESTIMONY OF JESUS IS THE SPIRIT OF PROPHECY” Revelation 19:10. 

It is time to wake up from your SLUMBERING and WANDERING desire to be seeking a PROPHECY, instead of seeking the Lord God of PROPHECY in Christ Jesus’ stead. 

And ENOUGH of that FOOLISHNESS, IGNORANCE and STUPIDITY. 

You must come to know that no matter who DARES to speak into your life — whether a MAN or an ANGEL and the like — concerning the so-called and acclaimed PROPHECY or PROPHETIC MESSAGE, such a message MUST CONVEY THE TESTIMONY OF JESUS in your life. 

And such a message must of necessity align with these principles of grace: 
What Christ HAS DONE, What He IS DOING in you, and What He WILL DO through you in His WORD and His LOVE, by the blessed HOLY SPIRIT who is given and lives within you in the grace.  

“Now hope does not disappoint, because the LOVE of God has been POURED out in our HEARTS by the Holy Spirit who was GIVEN to us” Romans 5:5/NKJV. 

The Testimony of God in Christ Jesus is the only authentic, vital and legally binding deed of God, wherein you have BETTER and DONE ACCESS, PROMISES, COVENANT, RELATIONSHIP, FELLOWSHIP and the like, in the grace. 

And that is HOW TO MEASURE and DISCERN the TRUE and GENUINE spirit of PROPHECY. 

For the message of prophecy and the prophetic message is to EDIFY, EXHORT and COMFORT.  

“But he that PROPHESIETH speaketh unto men to EDIFICATION, and EXHORTATION, and COMFORT. 4 He that speaketh in an unknown tongue EDIFIETH himself; but he that PROPHESIETH EDIFIETH the church” 1 Corinthians 14:3-4. 

Anything that contradicts the Holy Writ of 1 Corinthians 14:3-5, especially that which attracts FEAR and THREATENING in all its ramifications, is false and falsehood, no matter who is speaking. 

For God is not the author of confusion. 

God wants you to be a VICTOR and not a VICTIM, and let no one take you for granted, especially in your moments of vulnerability. 

It is not about the NOISE but the WORD of God in graciousness and gracefulness in His BLESSEDNESS, in Christ Jesus’ stead. Amen. 

“I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto ANOTHER gospel: 7 which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would PERVERT the gospel of Christ. 8 But though WE, OR AN ANGEL from heaven, PREACH (PROPHESY) any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be ACCURSED. 9 As we said before, so say I now again, If any man PREACH [PROPHESY] any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be ACCURSED” Galatians 1:6-9/Emphasis Mine. 

The Holy Scripture is graciously clear about the spirit of PROPHECY for the New Creation in Christ Jesus. 

It is about the TESTIMONY of our Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ in us. 

It must AFFIRM you gracefully by THE HOLY SPIRIT WITHIN YOU and by THE WORD, in God’s love — and not intimidate or undermine your place in Christ Jesus’ stead. 

“Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world CANNOT receive, because it seeth him not, neither KNOWETH him: but ye KNOW him; for he dwelleth WITH you, and shall be IN you” John 14:17. 

“And hope maketh not ashamed; because the LOVE of God is SHED abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is GIVEN unto us” Romans 5:5. 

Godly inspired PROPHECY is about TESTIFYING, AFFIRMING, DECLARING and PROCLAIMING the TESTIMONY of our FAITH on what Jesus HAS DONE, IS DOING and WILL DO in your life by THE WORD and THE HOLY SPIRIT, which conveys EDIFICATION, EXHORTATION and COMFORT. 

 “But he that PROPHESIETH speaketh unto men to EDIFICATION, and EXHORTATION, and COMFORT. 4 He that speaketh in an unknown tongue EDIFIETH himself; but he that PROPHESIETH EDIFIETH the church” 1 Corinthians 14:3-4. 

It thus means that a GENUINE PROPHET with PROPHECY and PROPHESYING is the one who graciously and gracefully ministers and speaks to people unto EDIFICATION, in order to promote their spiritual growth in wisdom, devotion, holiness and the joy of the Lord. 
It also speaks WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT to uphold and advise concerning the matters of God. 
And it speaks WORDS OF CONSOLATION to compassionately comfort in all matters of LIFE and GODLINESS [Godly Living].  

“Bind up the TESTIMONY, seal the LAW among my disciples . .19 And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and that mutter: should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead? 20 To the LAW and to the TESTIMONY: if they speak not according to this WORD, it is because there is no LIGHT in them” Isaiah 8:16, 19-20. 

 

And in all these, it MUST be without any acts of FEAR and THREAT and GAIN. 
For God has not given us the spirit of FEAR, THREAT and INTIMIDATION 2 Timothy 1:7. 
And God’s perfect love in Christ, expressed through PROPHECY, casts out every element of FEAR and TORMENT and CONFUSION and SCHISM 1 John 4:17-18; 1 Corinthians 14:31-33; Ephesians 3:17-19. 

There must be a profound SCRIPTURAL indication of genuine prophecy as in 1 Corinthians 14:3-4, that anyone can believe upon and that must be acclaimed to be given, delivered and received of God. 
And that is the most gracious and graceful way to avoid and KEEP AT BAY false PROPHETS with FALSEHOODS, CUNNING and CRAFTY PROPHECY who come with THREAT, FRIGHTENING, MADE-UP FEARS and BONDAGES. 

May I say emphatically that genuine PROPHETS and PROPHECY should give others the opportunity to EXAMINE — that is, to JUDGE without being judgemental — to ascertain that the prophecy acclaimed by them is of God and Scriptural, as expected in the light of the Scriptures. Otherwise, such is proud, arrogant and false 1 Corinthians 14:29-33; 1 Corinthians 2:11-16; Isaiah 8:20; Revelation 19:10. 

Know today that ANYTHING contrary is FRAUD, SORCERY and WITCHCRAFT Acts 8:9-26. 

Are you building your life on just a so-called prophet’s prophecy? 
Or relying on a recorded, creed-like prophetic book referenced to you? 
Please PAUSE and THINK scripturally about it before you act on it. 

God’s WORD by the Holy Spirit is still actively at work today, as in the Bible days, and for your tomorrow. 
God’s WORD is the only authentic, authoritative, undiluted and unadulterated prophecy that EXAMINES any so-called prophecy from any so-called prophet or prophetess, for your today and tomorrow VICTORY and TRIUMPH, irrespective of anything. Hebrews 13:8; Hebrews 4:12-13; Acts 17:10-12; 2 Timothy 3:14-17; 2 Timothy 2:15. 

DON’T BE DELUDED BY ANYONE OR ANY MATERIAL — READ THE WORD AND LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN YOUR SPIRIT BEING. FOR YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN DISCERNMENT, NOT SOMEONE ELSE.  

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“But he that PROPHESIETH speaketh unto men to EDIFICATION, and EXHORTATION, and COMFORT. 4 He that speaketh in an unknown tongue EDIFIETH himself; but he that PROPHESIETH EDIFIETH the church” 1 Corinthians 14:3-4. 

“And I fell at his feet to worship him. And he said unto me, See thou do it not: I am thy fellowservant, and of thy brethren that have the TESTIMONY OF JESUS: WORSHIP God: FOR THE TESTIMONY OF JESUS IS THE SPIRIT OF PROPHECY” Revelation 19:10. 

“And they OVERCAME and CONQUERED him because of the blood of the Lamb and because of THE WORD OF THEIR TESTIMONY, for they did not love their life and renounce their faith even when faced with death” Revelation 12:11/Amplified. 

“Bind up the TESTIMONY, seal the LAW among my disciples . .19 And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and that mutter: should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead? 20 To the LAW and to the TESTIMONY: if they speak not according to this WORD, it is because there is no LIGHT in them” Isaiah 8:16, 19-20. 

“Beloved, BELIEVE NOT every spirit, but TRY [EXAMINE] the spirits whether they ARE of God: because many FALSE prophets are gone out into the world. 2 Hereby know ye the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God: 3 and every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now ALREADY is it in the world” John 4:1-3/Emphasis Mine. 

“For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and ALL MAY BE COMFORTED. 32 And the spirits of the prophets are SUBJECT to the prophets. 33 For God is NOT THE AUTHOR OF CONFUSION, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints . . . 36 What? came the word of God out from you? or came it unto you only? 37 If any man THINK himself to be a prophet, or spiritual, let him acknowledge that the things that I write unto you are the COMMANDMENTS of the Lord. 38 But if any man be ignorant, let him be ignorant. 39 Wherefore, brethren, covet to prophesy, and forbid not to speak with tongues. 40 Let all things be done DECENTLY and in ORDER” 1 Corinthians 14:31-40. 

Further Scriptural Reading: Hebrews 10:23  

SUMMARY: 
This message is about testing every prophecy, prophet and prophetic word by one unchanging standard: THE TESTIMONY OF JESUS CHRIST. It calls believers to wake up from chasing prophecies and instead seek the Lord God of Prophecy, whilst learning to discern the genuine from the false in the light of Scripture. 

KEY POINTS: 

1. THE CENTRAL STANDARD: REVELATION 19:10

“FOR THE TESTIMONY OF JESUS IS THE SPIRIT OF PROPHECY.” 
Any prophecy, no matter who delivers it — MAN or ANGEL — must CONVEY THE TESTIMONY OF JESUS in your life. Galatians 1:8-9 warns that even if “WE, OR AN ANGEL from heaven” preach another gospel, let him be accursed. 
The Testimony of God in Christ Jesus is the only authentic, vital and legally binding deed of God. It is where you have ACCESS, PROMISES, COVENANT, RELATIONSHIP and FELLOWSHIP in the grace.  

2. THE 3-FOLD PURPOSE OF GENUINE PROPHECY: 1 CORINTHIANS 14:3-4

“He that PROPHESIETH speaketh unto men to EDIFICATION, and EXHORTATION, and COMFORT.” 
A genuine prophet therefore: 

EDIFIES — promotes spiritual growth in wisdom, devotion, holiness and the joy of the Lord. 

EXHORTS — gives words of encouragement to uphold and advise on the matters of God. 

COMFORTS — gives words of consolation in all matters of LIFE and GODLINESS. 

If it does not build up, encourage, and comfort, it is not God.  

3. THE 3-FOLD FRAMEWORK OF CHRIST’S WORK

Godly prophecy must align with what Christ has done in grace: 
What Christ HAS DONE 
What He IS DOING in you 
What He WILL DO through you 
This is made real by THE WORD and THE HOLY SPIRIT who is given and lives within you. Romans 5:5; John 14:17 — The Holy Spirit within you affirms the Word and sheds God’s love in your heart. 

4. RED FLAGS: WHAT FALSE PROPHECY LOOKS LIKE

Anything that contradicts 1 Corinthians 14:3-5 is false, especially if it brings: 
FEAR, THREAT, INTIMIDATION, CONFUSION, TORMENT, SCHISM 
2 Timothy 1:7 — God has not given us the spirit of fear. 
1 Corinthians 14:33 — God is NOT THE AUTHOR OF CONFUSION, but of peace. 
False prophets use FALSEHOODS, CUNNING, CRAFTY PROPHECY, MADE-UP FEARS and BONDAGES to control people in their moments of vulnerability. Acts 8:9-26 — Anything contrary to the Word is FRAUD, SORCERY and WITCHCRAFT. 

5. HOW TO TEST AND DISCERN: ISAIAH 8:20; 1 JOHN 4:1-3

“To the LAW and to the TESTIMONY: if they speak not according to this WORD, it is because there is no LIGHT in them.” Isaiah 8:20 
“Beloved, BELIEVE NOT every spirit, but TRY [EXAMINE] the spirits whether they ARE of God” 1 John 4:1 
Genuine prophecy must be EXAMINED and JUDGED without being judgemental 1 Corinthians 14:29. It must be SCRIPTURAL, DECENT and IN ORDER 1 Corinthians 14:40. 
Isaiah 8:16 — “Bind up the TESTIMONY, seal the LAW among my disciples.” 

6. THE CALL TO PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY

It is time to wake up from SLUMBERING and WANDERING after prophecies. 
ENOUGH of FOOLISHNESS, IGNORANCE and STUPIDITY. 
Do not build your life on a so-called prophet or a recorded prophetic book. 
DON’T BE DELUDED BY ANYONE OR ANY MATERIAL — READ THE WORD AND LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN YOUR SPIRIT BEING. FOR YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN DISCERNMENT, NOT SOMEONE ELSE. SELAH — PAUSE AND THINK. 

God’s WORD is the only authentic, authoritative, undiluted and unadulterated prophecy that examines every other so-called prophecy for your today and tomorrow VICTORY and TRIUMPH. Hebrews 4:12-13; 2 Timothy 3:14-17 

FINAL WORD 

It is not about NOISE but the WORD of God in graciousness and gracefulness in His BLESSEDNESS, in Christ Jesus’ stead. God wants you to be a VICTOR and not a VICTIM. 
Revelation 12:11 — “they OVERCAME… because of THE WORD OF THEIR TESTIMONY.” 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI