What are prophetic words, you ask? Well, they are spoken or written communication from God, often but not always a predictive nature. God gives prophetic words to those who are listening to His voice. Prophecy is a gift from God, like any other gift.
Are prophetic words Biblical? Yes, of course. There are actually 8 prophecies on Jesus that He fufilled plus more, written many years before him. Do they still happen today? Yes. I am a true testimony of being given prophetic words from people and watching them unveil at this point in my life. In order for you to fully grasp this to the best of your ability, I will be sharing with you the many prophetic words God gave me for myself, others, and some that others have given me.
In Jeremiah, "Then the word of the Lord came to me; this is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says:..." 24:4-5 Countless times a word of the Lord came to Jeremiah and God asked Jeremiah to share it with the people of Israel, even if it wasn't what they wanted to hear.
What is the purpose of prophetic words? To edify/strengthen/encourage other believers/ the body of Christ.
God has given me so many prophetic words over the past couple of years from others that I just want to share with you them because they have been such an encouragement to me. He's taught me how to write prophetic words and words of encouragement for others and He's given me words for myself. There's no way I can deny God's power to speak to and through people for the purpose of edifying the body of Christ.
August 2009, from a friend:
Katie, in a forest: I see you tentatively step off a small ledge into a pool or water below. You were just circling the edge of the pool, dipping your foot in, swirling it around. Finally, frustrated, you sit on the ground. This is when you look up and see a dove flying and landing on a branch of a tree. The sun is shining and you're able to dive into the pool and swim.
January 2010, from my friend and mentor:
Katie, don't compare. Don't contrast. Come to me open-minded, and let me direct your path, for I may have a completely different path for you. Yes, you are loved. Yes, you are chosen. Yes, you are a friend of God. Now watch, and see how the Son of Man turns your whole world upside down for His glory. Glory to God! Shout, glory to God, and in all things, no matter the depth of experience.
February 2011, from my friend and mentor:
Katie, the Lord is causing a great divide. He is separating those who desire religion, fom those who seek Him in Spirit and truth. Don't forget the fact that Jesus was the most persecuted from the "religious" around Him, more than any other group. They sent Him to his death, and were constantly trying to trap him, make him fail, trying to cause Him to stumble. Why would it be any different today? Pay close attention to motives. Regardless of how close people are to you, it does not mean they are necessarily close to me? Do they know my voice? Do they do the will of their father in Heaven? Don't confuse yourself by dipping your cup into the well of religion and then into the well of truth. You must always side with the Holy Spirit. Please me first, not people. They will always trap you, but, I will always bring more and more freedom.
March 6, 2011 Given to me from me during worship at church:
It's not about finding the right church, Katie. It's about seeking me in Spirit and Truth. Pray about where I want you to go every week. Do you trust me? Focus on what is before you (Student teaching and Africa) and stop focusing on your discomfort/frustration of not being at a set church.
March 26, 2011 Given to me before His Hands and Feet Ministry night, for me:
Listening to the Holy Spirit and being sensitive to His prompting requires faith and boldness. It requires us to be willing to be used by Him, even if it means we look like a fool. FAITH.
March 26, 2011 Given to me at His Hands and Feet Ministry during worship, for me:
Katie, stop thinking so much about others. What I call you to do is not for everybody and not everybody will understand or support you in it. But I will provide you with everything you need. Do you trust me? I will provide your needs if I open the door for you to stay in Ghana longer than two weeks. Don't try to figure that out now. Just trust me to work it out. Stop trying to figure out what I've got next for you. I know the desires of your heart and I will give you them. You have to rely on Me daily though. Stop worrying about your future..it's in my hands. Just be willing and open and I'll take care of the rest. 1 John 5:14-15 You can have anything you ask according to my will.
April 2, 2011 His Hands and Feet Ministry from someone to me and my friend:
To my missionary daughters, when you are sent forth on your mission trip to Africa, know that the ground you walk on will be holy ground. It will be as your bare feet walking on holy ground, because I the living God, Christ Jesus, reside in you, walk in you. You have been obedient to the call.
Same day, given to whole group:
Don't you believe I move through and among you. Your freedom is here, waiting for you. Reach up! Freedom is a mindset. Freedom contains a justice, a persistence that must take all things right and whole. Don't stop here. There's authority to be taken, authority that mandates freedom from sin, from sickness, and from death. Be free! Be whole!
Same day, for whole group:
The Lord wants to give you freedom to be who you were made to be!
Some of you need to let the Lord replace your fear of people with boldness according to Proverbs 29:15 "Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety."
Some of you need to receive the good gifts from the Lord to better equip you to minister! (Specifically, tongues)
April 15, 2011 North Coast Calvary Chapel, Carlsbad, Three-O night return from Chile trip
Missionary. People will support me. Adam, the three-o pastor, shared a vision of people holding onto a bar, losing their grip but hanging on tightly. He said they need to let go and God has them in His hands. I firmly believe this was for me!
April 23, 2011 His Hands and Feet Ministry, words God gave me for different people:
REST in His presence. God has given you many things. In order to do those effectively you must spend time resting in His presence. Resting is a continuous thing. (ing word)
Prosporous- with a gift you have, maybe sowing or knitting, scrapbooking. Spend more time doing it. Pursue it, God is going to bless you in it.
Trust. Family- God will work it out, whatever is going on. Trust Him to take care of it.
Be you. I know ou care about others a lot, but I'm asking you to be selfish and focus on yourself- what I'm doing in you and your life right now. Reflect on that. Rely on me. When you remain true to me, others will see that. You won't have to say anything. You are a light to many around you.
April 23rd, His Hands and Feet Ministry, words for me from people:
Missionary. I saw you with a large sword that was new. You were clumsy with it, but you will get better. You will look back on the prophetic words you are getting now and laugh because one day you will have such precise prophetic words for people that these will be funny to read. In Africa, people bring fresh and clean water. You are that fresh cup of water for them. Do not be afraid of timing. You can't fail with your decision. Enjoy what you decide and have fun.
Practice hitting. Sometimes you may strikeout, sometimes hit a homerun, sometimes hit a base hit, and sometimes hit a pop fly. When you strike out, get back up to the plate and keep practicing until you improve. Don't stay down when you fail, but get back up again and practice hitting.
In 15 months, you will know very clearly whom you will marry. During that 15 month time span, you will grow a lot. You will grow more than most people grow in a large amount of time. You will use this time catching up with an immense amount of growth. Give 110% effort.
Lifetime in Africa. This will not be your last time in Africa.
Words He gives me are planted in me for a reason- to spread the gospel.
May 1, 2011 Vista Assembly of God, word from a stranger who is from Ghana
"You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit that will last." John 15:16
Same day, same place, a word from a friend: (SAME scripture!!!)
"I no longer call you servant, because a servant does not know his master's business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you. You did not choose me, but I chose you, and appointed you to go and bear fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in My name. This is my command: Love each other." John 15:15-17 You have such a servant like attitude. Remember I consider you a friend. Frienship is a two-way street. I am giving you all you need to do My will. Be still and know!! You are beautiful in my eyes.
May 14, 2011, given to me by God for His Hands and Feet Ministry:
Get up! Being a follower of Christ requires taking action. Be bold, my friends. Listen to My voice and be obedient. Don't doubt or question what you hear from Me. Simply do as I say immediately and when you do this you will be blessed. I will be with you every step of the way. So, stand up and take the next step of faith. Pray for someone. Talk to someone about Me. You can't expect to see me moving in powerful ways when you are sitting around, waiting for something to happen. You must no longer be passive. Come on, get up and take action! You can do it. I will help you.
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