This document provides guidance on how to properly test prophecies in the local church. It outlines several criteria to consider, including whether a prophecy contradicts the Bible, glorifies God, strengthens and encourages others, is in line with what our spirit confirms, and speaks of love. The document concludes by stating the importance of creating space for prophecy, giving feedback, and keeping hold of prophecies that meet the criteria.
2. Do not put out the Spirit’s fire. Do not treat
prophecies with contempt but test them
all; hold on to what is good, reject whatever is
harmful.
1 Thessalonians 5: 19 - 22
3. How to test prophecy
• Does it contradict the Bible?
• Does it glorify God/Jesus?
• Does it ‘strengthen, encourage, comfort’
(1 Cor. 14: 3)?
• What does our spirit say (1 John 4: 4)?
4. the one who is in you is greater than the one
who is in the world.
1 John 4: 4
5. How to test prophecy
• Does it contradict the Bible?
• Does it glorify God/Jesus?
• Does it ‘strengthen, encourage, comfort’
(1 Cor. 14: 3)?
• What does our spirit say (1 John 4: 4)?
• Does it speak of love (1 Cor.13)?
6. What we’ll do…
1. Create space for prophecy
2. Give feedback
3. Keep hold of the good
