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The Prophet

'Prophecy Watch' by Staff

The concept of a Prophet, as discussed in Deuteronomy 18:15-22, raises significant considerations for God's people. Moses writes that the LORD your God will raise up a Prophet like him from among the brethren, whom the people shall hear. God Himself speaks these words, emphasizing that whoever does not listen to His words through this Prophet will be held accountable by Him. This warning urges God's people to heed and obey the words of Jesus Christ and to be vigilant in recognizing any potential end-time fulfillment of this Prophet, should one appear. God acknowledges the challenge of identifying true prophets by leaving the true Prophet unnamed, encouraging His people to discern using His criteria. He warns that any prophet who speaks words not commanded by Him or in the name of other gods shall face death. God anticipates the rise of false prophets and the confusion they may cause among His people. He provides a clear test: if a prophet speaks in the name of the LORD and his predictions do not come to pass, he is a false prophet, and God's people should neither fear nor obey him. Even if prophecies are fulfilled, God's people must test the spirits to ensure they are of God, as many false prophets exist in the world. In a scenario where a minister claims to be the Prophet of Deuteronomy 18, using this authority to lead church members to a proclaimed Place of Safety, his credibility hinges on the scriptures he cites. God states that the prophecies of His true prophets come directly from Him and will be fulfilled, while unfulfilled prophecies reveal a fraud, incurring severe consequences. A claimant must soberly consider the implications of his claims and decisions for himself and God's church. God historically instructed His true prophets directly or through dreams and visions, and any modern claimant should be scrutinized for such divine communication. The hope among God's people is that, at the right time before Christ's return, He will miraculously lead a remnant to a Place of Safety. If a man claiming prophetic authority instructs the church to flee, rejecting a true claim risks exclusion, yet accepting a false one could lead to ruin and ridicule for God's church worldwide. However, God assures His people that He will not act without revealing His plans through His servants the prophets. He communicates clearly and orderly, ensuring that if He sends an end-time leader—whether a prophet, apostle, or one of the two witnesses—His people will recognize him as His true servant.

Was Herbert Armstrong a False Prophet?

'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Herbert Armstrong made scores of predictions, and many of them never came to pass. Does this make him a false prophet? Is he thus not worthy of following?

Prophets and Prophecy (Part Two)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Although by no means a wild man, John the Baptist experienced alienation from people, especially the entrenched religious and political leaders.

What Is a False Prophet?

'Prophecy Watch' by David C. Grabbe

False prophets—including the great False Prophet of Revelation—claim to speak for God, yet reveal themselves in predictable ways. Here is what to look for.

Prophets and Prophecy (Part One)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

A prophet is one who speaks for God, expressing His will in words and sometimes signs. Standing outside the system, he proclaims God's purpose, including repentance.

Beware of False Prophets

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

False prophets promote the broad way, giving people what they want to hear. They replace God's truth with human tradition. They are identified by their fruit.

Prophets and Prophecy (Part Three)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

John the Baptist fulfilled the prophecy of the 'Elijah to come.' We must apply duality of prophecy carefully and cautiously rather than indiscriminately.

Four Warnings (Part Two): Beware of False Prophets

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

God's people will know false teachers by their fruits. Even as helpless sheep, we must exercise vigilance detecting the fruits of their preaching.

The Sixth Century Axial Period (Part One)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

A prophet is one who carries a message from another. A true prophet's message will derive from existing Scripture, even if he is breaking new, unexplored ground.

The Purpose of Prophecy

CGG Weekly by Mike Fuhrer

God sent prophets to do one thing: to tell His people to return to keeping His commandments. While some foretold events, all of them preached obedience.

The Sixth Century Axial Period (Part Two)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Prophets, even though they may bring new messages, stay consistent with existing Scripture and doctrine as they speak on behalf of God.

Elijah and John the Baptist

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

Jesus declares that none was greater than His cousin, John, known as 'the Baptist.' Jesus clearly says that John fulfilled the prophesied role of Elijah to come.

The Two Witnesses (Part Six)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Two Witnesses have authority from God to annihilate those who interfere with their work as well as power over weather patterns and natural elements.

The Two Witnesses (Part Seven)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Christ's Two Witnesses will accomplished their work before the Beast kills them. Humanity will feel relief at their death, but stark terror at their resurrection.

Prophecy and the Sixth-Century Axial Period

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

Prophecy has many purposes, but it is never intended to open the future to mere curiosity. Its higher purpose is to give guidance to the heirs of salvation.

Preparing the Bride

Booklet by John W. Ritenbaugh

A Statement of Purpose and beliefs of the Church of the Great God.