Living through the stigma – Part 1 – Prophetic Integrity

When people hear the word “prophetic”, they can have very different understandings of what the word means depending on their background, teaching and beliefs.
Some people have had very good experiences with prophetic ministry. They have experienced encouragement and empowerment. They’ve seen prophetic ministry as an effective way to equip and develop the body of Christ. Some people, however, have seen the prophetic used in an ungodly manner and therefore, have not had good experiences. This has led to uncertainty and even to fear. They either have strong reservations about prophetic ministry or prefer to avoid it altogether.
People who have not seen a lot of prophetic ministry in action have very little idea of what prophecy is or what to expect. They may have a limited understanding of whether or not it’s for today. They may also have doubts about what the Bible actually teaches about the prophetic, except perhaps what their denomination has taught about end time prophecy.
I have written this article for the very reason that everyone has a different perception about prophetic ministry depending on their background and what they have been taught. –