“The main thing to keep in mind here is that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of private opinion. And why? Because it’s not something concocted in the human heart. Prophecy resulted when the Holy Spirit prompted men and women to speak God’s Word.” (2 Peter 1:20-21 MSG)
Sorting through the daily stack of mail can be tedious. The colorful flyers can be easily recognized as junk; some envelopes are camouflaged to look authentic, but once we open them, we realize they are merely deceptive forms of solicitation. And then there are the legitimate pieces of mail--personal letters and cards, checks, bills, and packages. We have to be careful not to throw these away with the junk mail.
The capacity to sense truth is inherent in most humans. Yet, we often feel confused and muddled as we sift through daily messages. Every so often, we come across something that we know to be authentic, good, and honest: it may be a word from a friend, something we read or hear, a dream we have, or a sudden thought that pops into our head. Unfortunately, these prophetic encounters are often disregarded and discounted by our rational minds.
Prophecy is a confirmation of truth. It reinforces what we already know in the deep recesses of our conscious. The Holy Spirit prompts us to remember what God has placed in our hearts. How we respond to these nudges is up to us. We can either ignore God’s voice and remain in the dark, or we can choose to follow the signs that point toward integrity and truth.
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