Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 1000 God » 1400 God, knowledge of » 1427 prophecy » 1432 prophecy, in NT The NT describes the prophetic aspect of the ministry of Jesus Christ, and also recognises that prophetic gifts are given to believers through the Holy Spirit. It provides guidance on how such prophetic gifts are to be used. Jesus Christ recognised as a prophet Matthew 21:11; Mark 6:4; Mark 8:27-28; Luke 7:16; Luke 24:17-19; John 4:19 Prophecy in the church Prophecy is one among many spiritual gifts 1 Corinthians 12:28-29 See also Romans 12:6; 1 Corinthians 12:10; Ephesians 4:11 Not all are called to be prophets 1 Corinthians 12:29; Ephesians 4:11 Prophecy is valueless without love Prophecy is for the building up of the church 1 Corinthians 14:26 See also Romans 12:3-6; 1 Corinthians 14:3-5; 1 Peter 4:10 Prophecy superior to speaking in tongues Prophecy in the early church See also Acts 2:17; Acts 11:27-28; Acts 15:32; Acts 21:9 See also
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