Deuteronomy 18:18. “I will raise them up a Prophet from among their brethren, like unto thee, and will put my words in his mouth; and he shall speak unto them all that I shall command him.”
A PROPHET. A man called by God – he has a desire for God in his heart Raised up by God – set apart for God from the start Bringing words from God – speak all the truth, not a part Not self-ordained – not a self-opinionated upstart Divine approval on him – God placed on him a mark
From your midst – a man who is by you well known One of your brethren – proven that he is one of your own Not of the world – his real life in Christ is shown Trustworthy in his life – credibility seen at home One of the people – not looking for high place or a throne
He may come from a high position – he steps down to where people live If from a lower station – he understands it is God’s word he gives Meekness is in this man – self-control is a trait of his As a reconciler – he comes from God to us As a leader – he speaks truth with grace
He speaks with authority – he represents Almighty God His words are not uncertain – his message is “Thus saith the Lord” His information is correct – it comes from God’s holy Word He may speak of things that hurt – his word is like a sword His words may comfort – he knows to speak as he should
His prophecies must always be tested – if they are from God, they’re true He doesn’t base them on feelings – either from him or you They come from a proven source – not from something strange or new What he says is right – we must obey them and do Judgment results when we ignore what he will show
“O God my Father, I am sure there are those of a younger generation who You are calling into divine service. A problem has arisen though, many speak and have nothing to say, others are silent who should be heard. Please move upon young men
and cause them to see it is a great privilege to speak for God to their generation. Help me to help them be guided by the truth of the Word of God that they may listen to the Holy Spirit when He rouses them to respond. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”