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How to Respond to a Prophecy

You’ve heard a prophecy. Now what? Find out how to respond to a prophecy and help the Word of God come to pass.

You’ve just heard a prophecy.

It could have been a personal prophecy, or a word from the Lord delivered corporately, or to a group of people.

Either way, you are now in possession of a message from God. So, what do you do now?

The purpose of a prophecy is not entertainment or to be “in the know.” A prophecy is a call to action. The prophet’s role is to deliver the word of the Lord to His people. But that’s only the beginning. 

The fulfillment of a prophecy requires action from those who hear the words of a prophet. Once the word is delivered, we become co-laborers with God to bring it to pass.

You can take spiritual action to help prophetic words come to pass. With that in mind, here’s how to respond to a prophecy.

1. Be Able to Identify Prophets

Responding correctly to a prophetic word requires that you first be able to identify prophets. 

There are people, according to Ephesians 4:11, who are explicitly called to operate as prophets. They are anointed by God to speak His message.

However, not everyone who claims to be a prophet has been called and anointed. You’ll be able to identify prophets when the natural operation of the gift is evident in their lives. You must seek the Lord and use discernment before submitting to prophets. As you witness their words come to pass, it will serve as a confirmation. 

Kenneth Hagin describes a prophet this way: “A prophet is one who speaks by divine or direct inspiration and immediate revelation. It is not something he thought of himself, but it comes at the spur of the moment. He speaks out by sudden inspiration.”

(Find Scriptures About the Prophet HERE.)

In Jeremiah 1:5, God told Jeremiah, “Before I formed you in the womb I knewyou, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations” (NIV). There is a calling on the life of a prophet to speak on behalf of the Lord as He directs.

Be on the lookout for the prophetic voice in those whose teaching you sit under. Here at KCM, Brother Copeland is one of the prophetic voices ministering the word of the Lord.


Watch Gloria Copeland and Billye Brim discuss prophecy and its place of importance in the Church.

2. Receive a Prophet

Once you’re skilled at identifying prophets, it’s vital that you receive a prophet, which means that you are open to what that person has to say. That may seem simple, but Christians often fail in this area.

Not every prophet is perfect, nor should you accept every prophetic word without lining it up against the Word of God. But your heart should be open to receiving, rather than being quick to disregard prophetic words. 

That doesn’t mean you’ll always like or understand what you hear.

Think of the prophets in the Bible. Their messages weren’t always popular. Often, they were rejected. But those who did not receive a prophet were held accountable.

On the other hand, Matthew 10:41 says, “If you receive a prophet as one who speaks for God, you will be given the same reward as a prophet.” When you receive a prophet, you are receiving God because it is God’s words that are flowing through that person.

Receive a prophet as a messenger from God. Be discerning, but don’t be quick to reject those who act as a mouthpiece for God. Seek to steward the gifts of the Spirit with wisdom.

Watch Kenneth and Gloria Copeland share why you can expect to see more prophesying in 2020.

3. Pay Attention to the Words of a Prophet

Words that come through prophetic utterance are not to be taken lightly. They are a call to action—so pay attention to the words of a prophet! 

Second Peter 1:19-21 says, “We also have the prophetic message as something completely reliable, and you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a light shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things. For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit” (NIV).

God is telling His people to pay attention!

“Do not scoff at prophecies!” (1 Thessalonians 5:21).

You know, some people make fun of prophets—and the prophetic words spoken. This is dangerous, and it puts those people in the position of opposing God and what He desires to say. Just because something sounds outlandish to you doesn’t mean it is. God has never kept Himself within the realms of reasonable or possible.

Consider this excerpt from the word of the Lord through Brother Copeland on June 4, 1989:

The Berlin Wall will come down. It’s a sign. The Berlin Wall will come down. There will be other walls that will come down. There will be some walls that will go up. Many changes are going to take place. But those that are wise in their heart and listen to the Spirit of God will be quick to say, “Oh, the Lord is at work in the land.” And they will be quick to pray. And they will be quick to rise up as a witness in the streets. And they will be quick to testify wherever they go: “The Lord is working! The Lord is working! He’ll save you! He’ll heal you! He’ll deliver you! He’ll bring you into the place that you ought to be.”

At the time of this prophecy, the Berlin Wall had been standing for 28 years—and there was no sign of a change. This could have sounded impossible—even crazy—to people who are not discerning or aware of how God operates through a prophet. But here’s something essential to remember: Prophets are called “to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and to plant” (Jeremiah 1:10, NIV).

How do they do this? With their words.

This prophecy from Brother Copeland, as he stood in the office of the prophet, was a call to believers to rise up in faith and help that word from the Lord to manifest. Shortly after that, as you know, the Berlin Wall came down. 

4. Apply Your Faith to the Prophecy

If you’ve had a personal prophecy and haven’t seen it manifest in your life, it’s time to find out where you need to take action. Get with the Lord, and spend time making the adjustments He brings to your mind. Prepare to receive.

For corporate prophecies, it’s the same. You are called to apply your faith to the prophecy. All of us together add our supply of faith to a prophecy. Pastor George Pearsons says:

“The prophetic word, combined with people’s faith, is unstoppable.”

Prophetic words help us fight the good fight of faith. We know “the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds” (2 Corinthians 10:4, KJV). The prophetic word is one of those weapons. 

When you hear a prophecy, you can’t sit back and wait for it to happen. There is something you need to contribute to keep it moving along—praying, declaring and standing in faith for that word to come to pass. That’s the power of Matthew 18:18—the power of agreement. It causes a faith momentum that pushes along the prophetic word.

If one can chase a thousand, and two can put 10,000 to flight, imagine what can happen when thousands of us join together!

Next time you hear Brother Copeland or another trusted prophet give a word from the Lord, remember you have a part to play in helping it come to pass. Receive their words, then add your faith to the process. You can be part of the mighty move of God in the earth and help His plans come to pass!

Learn more about the role of the prophet and receiving prophecies in these recent teachings from Pastor George Pearsons:

Working With the Prophetic Word

Our Prophetic Weapons

Related Articles:

Scriptures About the Prophet

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November’s digital wallpaper is ready for you to download! Save this wallpaper to your desktop computer or mobile device.

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Mobile Device Instructions
For most mobile devices, click the link to download the image to your device’s photo album. Then, in most cases, you can change your wallpaper background or lock screen from the Settings menu. If you can’t find this setting, consult your device’s help section or manual for instructions on how to apply the image as your new wallpaper or lock screen.

A Recipe for Your Daily Quiet Time

Have you ever purposed to have a quiet time with God, then just sat and stared at the wall, wondering what to do next? Maybe you tried to pray, but couldn’t think of the words to speak. You opened your Bible, but you didn’t even know where to start.

If you’re like most people, finances, health and family take up a lot of space in your thought life. They’re important! But, did you know that the amount of time you spend with God each day can drastically change those things for the better? Quiet time with God builds your relationship with Him and allows you to hear His voice more clearly. When you receive a regular dose of His instruction and direction, the challenges before you don’t seem so big anymore and you feel more certain about how to handle them.

A Personal Message for You

Imagine yourself in the middle of a really important project at work or home. Someone walks up and hands you an envelope. Inside is a personal message from Almighty God Himself. You wouldn’t put it aside and wait for a time when you have nothing else to do. (Does that even exist?) No—you would drop everything and open that message right then.

Why? Because you desperately need a Word from heaven on a regular basis. You are here on this earth facing one challenging situation after another. And, frankly, they’re beyond your own ability most of the time.

Well, this very situation is real! God has, in fact, sent an important message to you—it is His Word. And what He has to say will affect you today—and every day!

No matter what is happening in your life at any given time, you can open the Bible every day and the Spirit of God will quicken to you the words you need to empower and sustain you. He will direct you to the scriptures that will move you toward the fulfillment of your dreams.

Supersize Your Success

If you ever order food at a drive-thru, you know that many restaurants give you the choice between a regular meal and a ‘supersize’ portion. It’s your choice to decide how much you want to consume.

The same is true of your time in the Word. You have a choice when you spend time with God. It can be a small appetizer or you can ‘supersize’ your success in life by taking in more of His goodness, more of His grace, more of His promises, more of His wisdom.

As vital as the Bible is to your success, God won’t make you read it. He will let you choose your own level of faith. He’ll let you go as far with His Word as you desire. It depends on how much or how little attention you give it—how much you keep it in front of your eyes and in your ears—and whether you receive it, believe it and act on it. You can either have faith that’s strong enough to make your biggest dreams a reality, or you can limp along on just enough faith to get you into heaven.

Secret Ingredients

That still leaves you with the pressing question about finding meaningful time with God—How? Like a good recipe that’s been passed down from generation to generation, God has given you the secret ingredients to meaningful fellowship with Him. Once you’ve put them into practice, you’ll find it hard not to spend time with Him.

1. Find a Place for Your Quiet Time

“…go into your room, close the door and pray….” –Matthew 6:6, NIV

Set aside a place and time where you will have privacy, quiet and no interruptions. Depending on what phase of life you’re in, you may need to ask the Lord to make a way where there seems to be no way.

How Long Should You Spend in the Bible Each Day? Find out here. 

2. Offer Praise and Thanksgiving During Your Quiet Time

“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise.” –Psalm 100:4, KJV

Thanksgiving and praise is a wonderful way to begin your prayers. It invites God to come and be a part of your time (Psalm 22:3). You’re asking that His presence and glory fill your life and your situation. As you praise God and speak of His marvelous works, you are reminded of all that God has done, and your faith in God and His plan for you increases.

God created praise for a purpose. It reminds you who God is and stops Satan right in his tracks. That’s a powerful weapon!

3. Pray in the Spirit During Your Quiet Time

“A person who speaks in tongues is strengthened….” (1 Corinthians 14:4)

Have you ever gone to pray and found that you couldn’t think of the words to say? You may know the situation you’d like to talk to the Lord about, but you don’t even know where to start. That’s the perfect time to pray in the spirit!

But why not just pray in English?

Praying in the spirit, or praying in other tongues, is a spiritual exercise that strengthens your faith. When you pray in the spirit, you are praying the perfect will of God for your life. You don’t always know what to say, but He does. And He makes sure you hit the mark every time.

This may be a new and uncomfortable concept for you, but it’s worth the effort! You may want to start by using your prayer language while worship music is playing in the background. Start with a few minutes each day and work your way up to longer periods of prayer, as the Lord leads you.

 4. Study His Word During Your Quiet Time

“…meditate on it day and night…be careful to do…all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and…have good success.” (Joshua 1:8, ESV)

The Bible is God’s inspired Word, but more than that, it is your personal how-to book for everyday living. Though most Christians know the importance of being in the Word, knowing where to start can sometimes be the greatest challenge.

Here are some tips to get you started:

  • Always have quick access to a hard copy of the Bible. While many people use cellphones or tablets to read the Word, it is important to have a Bible that you can mark up and make personal. It allows you to underline scriptures that have significance and special meaning to you.
  • Make it personal. Begin by underlining each passage that includes phrases such as “in Christ” or “in Whom” or “in Him.” As a believer—born of God—these phrases refer to you.
  • Receive in Faith. Once you have found the promises in God’s Word that apply to you, begin to receive those in faith for yourself. Know that whatever you find in His Word is meant for YOU.
  • Meditate on the Word. Whatever you meditate on the most is what you will believe. That’s why it is so important for you to meditate on God’s Word.

A way to apply this is to your life is to find out what the Word says about the specific needs in your life, then meditate on that Word. As the Holy Spirit makes God’s Word reality in your heart, see your needs met by God’s provision.

  • Speak the Word continually. Knowing the Word is not enough; acting on it is what produces results (Matthew 7:24-27). And part of acting on the Word includes speaking it.

Begin by reading the Word aloud during your quiet time. As you do, it will get down inside your spirit and will start to come out of your mouth throughout the day. What you really believe in your heart is what you speak all the time–and what you speak determines what happens in your life (Mark 11:23).

What Does It Mean to Abide in God’s Word? Find out here.

 5. Ask God to Help You Understand During Your Quiet Time

“Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.” (Psalm 119:18, NIV)
Finally, as you prepare to study the Scriptures, ask the Holy Spirit to open the eyes of your understanding so you can comprehend the deep things of God. Then, expect the Lord to do it; expect Him to meet you on the level of your need and reveal His Word to you.

Even with these ingredients, it can still be challenging to make time with God a consistent part of your life. Don’t shoot for perfection. Just purpose to get started.

It’s been said, “If you aim at nothing, you’ll hit it every time.” So aim for meaningful quiet time with God, and watch it change the course of your day!

Why Is It So Important to Meditate on God’s Word? Find out here.

 

Word of the Week: The Prayer of Agreement

The prayer of agreement works, but it won’t work unless Jesus is a Partner in the agreement. When you ask the Father something in the Name of Jesus, He will give it to you (Matthew 18:19-20). So, make Jesus your prayer Partner today and give God praise because He is faithful to His Word!

The Prayer of Agreement

October 9-13, 2023
Get in tune! This week, on Believer’s Voice of Victory, join Kenneth Copeland as he teaches you about the prayer of agreement and how it works. Discover the power of faith-filled prayers and how prayer that agrees with God’s WORD always brings God results. Come into agreement with God’s plan and begin operating as one spirit with one purpose for His kingdom and glory!

Prayer That Agrees With God’s WORD Brings God Results

October 9, 2023 – Monday
Let it flow! Join Kenneth Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory as he shares how prayer that agrees with God’s WORD brings God results. Unclog your spirit from all the gunk that has accumulated over time so God’s glory and power can flow freely in your life!

The Power of Faith-Filled Prayers

October 10, 2023 – Tuesday
What comes from your mouth, comes from your heart! Join Kenneth Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory as he discusses the importance of keeping your heart filled with The WORD of God. Take hold of your words and discover the miraculous power of your faith-filled prayers!

The Prayer of Agreement

October 11, 2023 – Wednesday
Get in tune! Join Kenneth Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory as he teaches on the prayer of agreement. Find out that when you come together in agreement—just as a beautiful symphony—God will assuredly be there to carry it out!

How the Prayer of Agreement Works

October 12, 2023 – Thursday
Are you partnering in prayer? Watch Believer’s Voice of Victory as Kenneth Copeland explains how the prayer of agreement works. Submit yourself and draw near to The LORD as you allow Him to partner with you in agreement!

Come Into Agreement With God’s Plan

October 13, 2023 – Friday
Stronger together! Watch Believer’s Voice of Victory as Kenneth Copeland helps you come into agreement with God’s plan. Learn that when we stand together with one spirit and one purpose in our covenant with God, we accomplish much for the Kingdom!

Watch Today’s BVOV Broadcast HERE.

2023 – October Wallpaper

October Wallpaper

October’s digital wallpaper is ready for you to download! Save this wallpaper to your desktop computer or mobile device.

Click here to download the Desktop version.
Click here to download the Tablet version.
Click here to download the Mobile version.

Desktop Computer Instructions
For most desktop computers, click the link to download the image. Then, navigate to your downloads folder to find your newly downloaded image. Next, simply right-click the image and select “Set as desktop background or wallpaper.”

Mobile Device Instructions
For most mobile devices, click the link to download the image to your device’s photo album. Then, in most cases, you can change your wallpaper background or lock screen from the Settings menu. If you can’t find this setting, consult your device’s help section or manual for instructions on how to apply the image as your new wallpaper or lock screen.

Word of the Week: The Prayer of Petition

What is a prayer of petition? It is simply asking God. It’s good to write down your prayer of petition and put the date you prayed it. Continue to thank God for answering your prayer, knowing that if you pray His will, He will do it! For what are you are petitioning God?

The Prayer of Petition

October 2-6, 2023
Write the petition, write the vision! This week on Believer’s Voice of Victory, join Kenneth Copeland as he teaches you all about the prayer of petition. God loves you and hears you. Find out how to prepare and pray your petition on purpose, and how prayer, when based on God’s WORD, changes everything!

Prayer Begins With God’s Love

October 2, 2023 – Monday
Do you know how much God loves you? Join Kenneth Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory as he explains how prayer begins with God’s Love. Gain revelation of His exceedingly precious promise and how it enables you to petition His very throne!

What Is a Prayer of Petition?

October 3, 2023 – Tuesday
What is a prayer of petition? Join Kenneth Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory as he dives into God’s WORD to reveal the answer. God is listening—find out how to petition Him, according to His will and His WORD, for the things you desire!

Write the Petition, Write the Vision

October 4, 2023 – Wednesday
Do you know what your heavenly vision is? Join Kenneth Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory as he encourages you to write the petition, write the vision. Learn how to prepare and present your petition before The LORD by faith and in Love so you can be part of the untouchables!

Pray Your Petition on Purpose

October 5, 2023 – Thursday
Demand it—in Jesus’ Name! Watch Believer’s Voice of Victory as Kenneth Copeland teaches you to pray your petition on purpose. Equip yourself with the knowledge of how to pray, when to pray, how to ask and how to receive, and you’ll live a life filled with successful prayers!

Prayer, Based on God’s WORD, Changes Everything

October 6, 2023 – Friday
What are you meditating on? Watch Believer’s Voice of Victory as Kenneth Copeland shares how prayer that is based on God’s WORD changes everything. Discover how to totally immerse yourself in His WORD so you can build your faith and fuel your prayers with the transforming power of His Truth!

Watch Today’s BVOV Broadcast HERE.

Word of the Week: Walking In Love Leads To a Life of Divine Health

God's promise of healing belongs to you

If you’re believing for healing, you must recognize that there’s a direct correlation between walking in the Love of God and living in divine health. Faith works by LOVE (Galatians 5:6). Begin putting Love into practice today by choosing to forgive those who have wronged you. Next, receive God’s forgiveness for all your sins. Then, forgive yourself for those sins. As you desire and choose to walk in Love, watch your health improve!

Walking In Love Leads To a Life of Divine Health

September 25-29, 2023
Walk in Love, walk in health! This week on Believer’s Voice of Victory, join Kenneth Copeland as he shares how walking in Love leads you to a life of divine health. You have resurrection life in Christ—resurrection life that makes you whole! Discover God’s requirements and get ready to receive His precious promise of healing!

Requirements for a Life of Divine Health

September 25, 2023 – Monday
Every day is YOUR healing day! Join Kenneth Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory as he discusses the requirements for living a life of divine health. Find out how you can meet each and every one when you attend to God’s WORD and keep it in your heart!

Walk In Love, Walk In Health

September 26, 2023 – Tuesday
Walk in Love, walk in health! Join Kenneth Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory as he helps you stay on the Love line. Commit to prioritizing Love in your life today, and get your faith working just as God intended it to!

Receive God’s Promise of Healing

September 27, 2023 – Wednesday
You are more than an overcomer! Join Kenneth Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory as he reminds you that you are not bound by the present evil of this world. Learn to break free and walk in THE BLESSING, so you can receive God’s promise of healing!

Resurrection Life Makes You Whole

September 28, 2023 – Thursday
Are you feeling weary and worn down? Watch Believer’s Voice of Victory as Kenneth Copeland leads you through a powerful prayer of faith. Discover the resurrection life you have in Christ Jesus and how it makes you whole; and begin renewing your youth daily through God’s exceedingly precious promise!

Pray and Listen

September 29, 2023 – Friday
Be still! Watch Believer’s Voice of Victory as Kenneth Copeland shares how we must pray AND listen. Learn that when you tune out the world around you and listen for God’s voice in all you do—you will be met with prosperity and divine health!

Watch Today’s BVOV Broadcast HERE.

You’re Invited Inside the Vision!

KCM Partners are people of vision. That’s why we’re excited to announce (if you haven’t already heard!) a NEW VICTORY Original program—Inside the Vision. Hosted by Pastor George Pearsons, this weekly broadcast will both inform you of everything God is accomplishing through Kenneth Copeland Ministries while also inspiring you to live out the vision God has given you!

“I have an intense passion for communicating all that Kenneth Copeland Ministries is doing,” says Pastor George. “The outreaches of KCM are touching the world. People’s lives are being transformed every day thorough VICTORY Channel, Eagle Mountain International Church, Kenneth Copeland Bible College®, our six global offices and more. There is so much going on here because of the support of our precious Partners! And that’s what Inside the Vision is all about.”

About Inside the Vision

Each 30-minute episode of Inside the Vision features segments bringing awareness to the ministries that the Partners of Kenneth Copeland Ministries make possible, as well as interviews with people whose lives have been changed by the message of faith. But more than that, Inside the Vision aims to support KCM Partners and Friends in detailing their own God-given visions and discovering how to put those visions into action.

As Habakkuk 2:2 (NKJV) states:

Then the Lord answered me and said:

“Write the vision
and make it plain on tablets,
that he may run who reads it.”

Become a KCM Vision Insider Today

We invite you to sign up today (for free) to become “Vision Insider.” When you do, we will send you a FREE Vision Journal in the mail. Plus, you will receive weekly emails from Pastor George that will include exclusive online access to the KCM Vision Insider Hub where you can find:

  • The latest Inside the Vision episodes to rewatch and share
  • Extended interviews, special segments and exclusive articles
  • Worksheets and other bonus material to help expand your own God-given vision.

Simply go to insidethevision.org, and click on “Become a KCM Vision Insider.”

How To Watch Inside the Vision

In addition to its Tuesday debut each week at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT, Inside the Vision will air throughout the week on VICTORY Channel at the following times:

Sundays at 1:30 p.m. ET/12:30 p.m. CT

Tuesdays at 3:30 a.m. ET/2:30 a.m. CT

Wednesdays at 9:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. CT

Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. CT

Fridays at 8:30 p.m. ET/7:30 p.m. CT

You can always watch at InsidetheVision.org or on VICTORY Channel. Visit govictory.com/channelfinder to find where to tune in based on your zip code, and discover all the ways to watch VICTORY, including Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire and more!

Catch the vision. Ignite your vision. Go Inside the Vision with Kenneth Copeland Ministries!