“But there were also false prophets among the people, even as there will be false teachers among you, who will secretly bring in destructive heresies, even denying the Lord who bought them, and bring on themselves swift destruction.” – 2 Peter 2:1
Bible Verses About Prophets In The Last Days
The Role of Prophets
As we delude ourselves into thinking we have everything figured out, we must remember the crucial role that prophets play in our spiritual lives. Prophets serve as God’s messengers, conveying His will and guiding us toward righteousness. In these last days, their messages remind us of our purpose, calling us to remain steadfast in faith. They are the watchmen who warn us of potential dangers and encourage us to stay aligned with God’s truth. Thus, when we listen and act upon their words, we grow stronger in our faith and build a community rooted in Christ’s love.
Amos 3:7
“Surely the Sovereign Lord does nothing without revealing his plan to his servants the prophets.” – Amos 3:7
Revelation 19:10
“At this I fell at his feet to worship him. But he said to me, “Don’t do that! I am a fellow servant with you and with your brothers and sisters who hold to the testimony of Jesus. Worship God! For it is the Spirit of prophecy who bears testimony to Jesus.” – Revelation 19:10
1 Corinthians 14:32
“The spirits of prophets are subject to the control of prophets.” – 1 Corinthians 14:32
Ephesians 2:20
“Built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone.” – Ephesians 2:20
Romans 12:6
“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith.” – Romans 12:6
The Message of Hope
In a world often filled with uncertainty and despair, God sends His prophets to deliver messages of hope. These prophetic voices encourage us to remain faithful during challenging times and remind us of the promises that God has made. Their words often inspire us to reach out to others, sharing that hope in a very tangible way. As we listen to these prophets, we cultivate a deeper faith and trust in God’s divine plan for our lives, even in the midst of turmoil and strife.
Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11
Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10
2 Chronicles 20:20
“Early in the morning they left for the desert of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood and said, “Listen to me, Judah and people of Jerusalem! Have faith in the Lord your God and you will be upheld; have faith in his prophets and you will be successful.” – 2 Chronicles 20:20
Isaiah 43:19
“See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” – Isaiah 43:19
Micah 7:7
“But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.” – Micah 7:7
Discernment of True Prophets
In these last days, discernment is crucial as false prophets can easily mislead us with their false teachings. We have a responsibility to evaluate and test the claims made by those who say they speak for God. We can do this by examining their fruits—are they drawing us closer to Christ and encouraging a life of holiness and love? By nurturing a deep relationship with God and studying His Word, we can sharpen our ability to discern the truth from the lies, safeguarding ourselves and our community from deception.
Matthew 7:15
“Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves.” – Matthew 7:15
1 John 4:1
“Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world