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PROPHETIC STANDARDS STATEMENT

At a time when there are many questions in the Body concerning the gift of
prophecy and the ministry of the prophet, and in light of the needs of local
pastors as well as individual believers to have practical guidelines for
processing prophetic words, as Pentecostal and Charismatic leaders, we felt that
now was the opportune moment to produce this current document.

It is not the purpose of this statement to condemn or accuse. Instead, our
purpose is to help provide scriptural guidelines for the operation of the gift
of prophecy and the functioning of the ministry of the prophet, while at the
same time affirming the importance of these gifts and ministries.


WE BELIEVE that the gifts of the Holy Spirit, including the gift of prophecy and
the ministry of the prophet, are essential for the edification of the Body of
Christ and the work of the ministry, which is why Scripture exhorts us to
earnestly desire spiritual gifts, especially that we may prophesy (see 1 Cor.
14:1, 39). Prophetic ministry is of great importance to the Church and must be
encouraged, welcomed, and nurtured.



WE BELIEVE it is essential to create an environment in which prophecy can
flourish, side by side with the other gifts of the Spirit and together with
apostolic, evangelistic, pastoral, and teaching ministries. To create this
environment, we need to encourage freedom in the Spirit in a faith-filled
atmosphere, making room for spontaneous utterances as the Spirit wills. But all
this must be done with proper accountability and oversight.

WE BELIEVE that the general function of the gift of prophecy, as it relates to
the church, has to do with edification, exhortation, and comfort (see 1 Cor.
14:3). As this gift relates to unbelievers, it can reveal the secrets of their
hearts and bring them to repentance, demonstrating God’s reality to them (see 1
Cor. 14:24-25).

WE BELIEVE that the essence of the spirit of prophecy is the testimony of Jesus,
hence the ultimate goal of prophetic ministry is to exalt the lordship of Jesus
Christ, even though we recognize that not every prophetic word will specifically
point to Him (see Rev. 19:10; 1 Cor. 12:3).

WE BELIEVE in the five-fold ministry of the prophet, recognizing that such
prophets will also be used to bring correction, instruction, and directional
clarity to the Body, but not independent of other leaders, and therefore
different from the model of the independent Old Testament prophet.

WE RECOGNIZE that prophets do not serve as spiritual fortune tellers or
prognosticators, nor is their role to satisfy our curiosity about the future or
reveal abstract information. God’s purpose in prophecy is redemptive, calling
for repentance, giving supernatural guidance, bringing comfort, deliverance,
restoration, and glorifying Jesus as Lord.

WE RECOGNIZE that, due to the nature of prophetic ministry, some prophetic words
can be submitted for evaluation before they are delivered while other words will
be evaluated after they are delivered. But in all situations, those claiming to
speak for God should welcome the godly evaluation of their prophecies.

WE BELIEVE that prophecies should first be tested by the Word, then if the
prophetic word is not contrary to the Scriptures, it should be evaluated by
other mature leaders. If a prophecy is given in the context of a local church,
then mature leaders in that setting should evaluate it. If a prophecy is given
in the context of a region or nation, then mature regional or national leaders
should be invited to evaluate the word (see 1 Cor. 14:29; 1 Thes. 5:19-21).
Those who refuse to have their words tested should not be given a platform.

WE RECOGNIZE that prophets receive supernatural revelation from God, but they
are also dependent on other five-fold ministry leaders for the interpretation
and application of the revelations they receive. It is the Lord’s will that all
these various ministry gifts, including the ministry of the prophet, work in
harmony rather than independently. Only then will the Body come into full health
and maturity.

WE RECOGNIZE the unique challenges posed by the internet and social media, as
anyone claiming to be a prophet can release a word to the general public without
any accountability or even responsibility. While it is not possible to stop the
flood of such words online, we urge all believers to check the lives and fruit
of those they follow online and also see if they are part of a local church body
and have true accountability for their public ministries and personal lives. We
also urge prophetic ministers posting unfiltered and untested words purportedly
from the Lord to first submit those words to peer leaders for evaluation.

WE AGREE that Scripture instructs us not to despise prophecies but to examine
prophetic utterances carefully and to hold fast to that which is good (1 Thes.
5:19-21). This also means that we should cultivate honor and respect for true
prophetic ministries rather than an attitude of skepticism or scorn.

WE BELIEVE that all spiritual leaders, including those serving as prophetic
ministers, should be vetted and qualified by their respective churches,
networks, or movements based on the standards of leadership set forth by Paul
the apostle as found in 1 Timothy 3:1-8; Titus 1:5-9.

WE BELIEVE that all spiritual leaders, including five-fold ministry prophets,
should be above reproach and should live a life worthy of their calling (see
Eph. 4:1-3). Consequently, we believe that prophetic leaders whose lives violate
the moral and ethical standards of the Word disqualify themselves from the
ministry irrespective of how much influence or anointing they have.

WE ALSO AGREE that the greatest requirement for all leaders in the church,
including prophetic leaders, is to endeavor to reflect the character of Christ
and to utilize their gifts out of love for God, His people, and the lost (1 Cor.
13:2; Rom. 8:29).

WE VALUE humility, integrity, and accuracy in prophetic ministry in order to
protect the faith and trust of those who hear a word that is stated to be from
God. It is a sacred thing to claim to speak for the Lord and, in keeping with
the words of Jesus, to whom much is given, much is required (see Luke 12:48).
And just as those who teach are held to a higher standard of accountability (see
Jam. 3:1), so also those who prophesy should be held to a higher standard. They
can have a powerful influence over people’s lives for better or worse, because
of which we urge sobriety and circumspection together with faith and boldness.

WE UNDERSTAND that prophecies can be conditional and that many prophecies will
take time to come to pass. We also recognize that prophetic language is often
mysterious and symbolic, requiring interpretation and insight. This means that
prophecies that do not contradict the Bible or that are not contrary to fact
should be evaluated over time and not immediately rejected.

On the other hand, if a prophetic word is delivered containing specific details
and dates in which the stated prophetic word will come to pass and that prophecy
contains no conditions to be met in order to be fulfilled, and that word does
not come to pass as prophesied, then the one who delivered the word must be
willing to take full responsibility, demonstrating genuine contrition before God
and people.

Any statement of apology and/or explanation/clarification should be delivered to
the audience to whom the erroneous word was given. For example, if it was given
to an individual, the apology (and/or explanation/clarification) should be
delivered to the individual. If the word was delivered publicly, then a public
apology (and/or explanation/clarification) should be presented. This is not
meant to be a punishment but rather a mature act of love to protect the honor of
the Lord, the integrity of prophetic ministry, and the faith of those to whom
the word was given.

WE BELIEVE it is essential that all spiritual leaders, including prophetic
leaders, have a presbytery of peers and seasoned spiritual leaders who can hold
them accountable regarding their life and ministry. In keeping with this, we
reject the notion that to judge a prophet’s words is a violation of Psalm 105:15
(where God exhorted the ancient nations not to touch the patriarchs or harm His
prophets). Prophets who err must be willing to receive correction from peer
leaders with whom they are in accountable relationship. Those refusing such
accountability should not be welcomed for ministry.

WE RECOGNIZE that true prophetic words can be faith-building and can sometimes
call for a faith-filled response, but we reject the idea that prophets can use
Old Testament texts about believing the prophets in order to gain blanket
support for their words, as if everything a prophet utters today must be
believed. To the contrary, we can only believe the prophetic word if it is not
contrary to Scripture, it is not factually in error, and our own spirits bear
witness with it. Only then can we add our faith to that word coming to pass (see
1 Tim. 1:18).

Those wanting to use Old Testament prophetic texts to exercise influence or
authority over their followers should remember that inaccurate prophecy under
that same Old Testament standard was punishable by death. New Testament
prophets, along with other New Testament ministry leaders, do not lord it over
their people or demand submission and faith. Instead, in humility, they serve
the flock (see 1 Pet. 5:1-4).

WE REJECT any threatening words from prophets today, warning their followers
that judgment will fall on them if they fail to obey the prophet’s words. We see
this as a dangerous form of spiritual manipulation.

WE REJECT the spiritual manipulation of the prophetic gift for the personal
benefit of the prophet or of his or her ministry, whether to garner favor,
power, or financial gain. And under no circumstances can a prophet charge money
to deliver a prophetic word. This is spiritual abuse of the worst kind and is
detestable in God’s sight.

WE REJECT the notion that a contemporary prophetic word is on the same level of
inspiration or authority as Scripture or that God always speaks inerrantly
through prophets today, since the Bible says we only know in part and prophesy
in part (1 Cor. 13:9). It is the written Word alone that can lay claim to being
“the Word of God” (2 Tim. 3:16); prophecies, at best, are “a word from the
Lord,” to be tested by the Word of God.

Finally, while we believe in holding prophets accountable for their words, in
accordance with the Scriptures, we do not believe that a sincere prophet who
delivers an inaccurate message is therefore a false prophet. Instead, as Jesus
explained, and as the Old Testament emphasized, false prophets are wolves in
sheep’s clothing, in contrast to true believers who might speak inaccurately
(see Matt. 7:15-20; Jer. 23:9-40; Ezek. 13:23). Thus a false prophet is someone
who operates under a false spirit masquerading as the Holy Spirit.

WE THEREFORE RECOGNIZE distinctions between a believer who gives an inaccurate
prophecy (in which case they should acknowledge their error), a believer who
consistently prophesies inaccurately (in which case we recognize that this
person is not a prophet and we urge them to stop prophesying), and a false
prophet (whom we recognize as a false believer, a lost soul, calling them to
repent and be saved).

Because God’s gifts and calling are irrevocable (see Rom. 11:29), we understand
that a person who has been prophetically gifted might be able to function in
that gifting even though they are no longer in right relationship with God. That
is why it is imperative that we judge a prophet by the fruit of their life and
ministry rather than by their gift, also recognizing that there are some who
started right but will be rejected in the end (see Matt. 7:21-23).



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