6. How should we test someone who claims to have the spiritual gift of prophecy?

Jesus warned that there would be false prophets in the end-time (Matthew 24:24), therefore, it is imperative that we know how to determine whether a prophet is genuine or counterfeit. A true prophet should:JTL21 7.1

• Agree with the Bible (Isaiah 8:20)JTL21 7.2

• Predict accurately (Jeremiah 28:9) unless it’s a conditional prophecy dependent on the response of the people (Jeremiah 18:7-10)JTL21 7.3

• Exhibit Christ-like fruits (Matthew 7:15-20)JTL21 7.4

• Direct people to Jesus for salvation (Acts 4:12)JTL21 7.5

• Turn people from their evil ways (Jeremiah 23:22)JTL21 7.6

• Provide practical counsel for every-day Christian living (2 Timothy 3:16)JTL21 7.7

• Not be intimidated by people’s displeasure (Jeremiah 1:17-19)JTL21 7.8