“THE TRUE PROPHET” 12/30/12

Deuteronomy 18:15-22/ John 1:1-5

Jesus is coming! But, who is He? Scripture clearly tells us. He is the True Prophet.

God promises Israel a prophet. One who: will always speaks from the will and heart of God, possesses the authority of God and the full backing of God, and cannot be refuted or proved false.

In the Bible, “prophecy” means the word. John tells us that the Word is God in Christ.

So what? A few thoughts.

Rather than listen to favorite teachers of authors or preachers, listen to God in His Word! The whole council of God, not just favorite, picked out verses. A lot of confusion vanishes when Christ alone is your teacher. A lot different confusion arises though, so get ready!

Words have power. They reveal not only character, but also mold reality. What words adhere to our hearts that the Lord has not spoken and/or do not reflect the gospel?

Jesus, as the True Prophet, has the power to loosen the grip of those words, those experiences, on our lives. Will we let Him?

Words create, especially God’s words. How is the Living Word of God forming you into a work of divine art? Do you know? Would you like to?

We learn either from the past or God’s promises. Choose.