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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
1 Corinthians 13:1-2
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
1 Corinthians 14:5
Prophecy in the early church
See also
Acts 2:17; Acts 11:27-28; Acts 15:32; Acts 21:9
1444 revelation, NT 2318 Christ as prophet 2363 Christ, preaching & teaching 3275 Holy Spirit in the church 7020 church, the 7754 preaching 7966 spiritual gifts
