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Prophet vs. Prophecy | School of the Prophets Level 2 – Lesson 6
In this lesson we discuss:
What prophecy is
What a prophet is
The difference between gift and office
Why all believers may prophesy
The governmental role of prophets
The purpose of prophetic ministry
Prophetic maturity and accountability
The dangers of self-appointment
The role of character in prophetic office
Discover why prophetic experiences alone do not determine prophetic office and why God requires both calling and formation.
Key Scriptures
1 Corinthians 12
1 Corinthians 14
Ephesians 4:11
Acts 21:8-10
Amos 3:7
Revelation 19:10
Mishkan Institute | School of the Prophets
PROPHETIC LAB
LESSON 6 PROPHETIC LAB
Prophet vs. Prophecy
Lab Objective
To distinguish between the prophetic gift, prophetic function, and prophetic office according to Scripture.
ACTIVATION 1 — Scripture Investigation
Read:
1 Corinthians 14:1-5
Answer:
Who can prophesy?
Why is prophecy given?
What is its purpose?
Write your observations.
ACTIVATION 2 — Gift vs Office Chart
Create a chart:
Prophecy Prophet
Compare:
Purpose
Authority
Responsibility
Accountability
Function
ACTIVATION 3 — Biblical Examples
Study:
Philip's Four Daughters
(Acts 21:9)
Agabus
(Acts 21:10-11)
Answer:
Why does Scripture distinguish between those who prophesied and a prophet?
ACTIVATION 4 — Self-Reflection
Ask yourself:
Am I called to prophetic ministry?
Do I simply operate in prophetic gifting?
Am I pursuing a title?
Am I willing to submit to process?
Journal honestly.
ASSIGNMENT
3-Page Paper
"The Difference Between a Prophet and Prophecy"
Include:
Biblical definitions
Gift versus office
Examples from Scripture
Modern misunderstandings
Personal reflections
FINAL CHALLENGE
Ask yourself:
"Do I desire prophetic experiences, or am I willing to carry prophetic responsibility?"
Because many can prophesy...
But God only appoints some to the office of prophet.