The Visionary

A true Prophet is someone who sees an opportunity to create and strategize goodness into any place he walks. He is God’s mouth piece. Not all Prophets prophesy doom and gloom. Not all who give words are Prophets. Many think that all Prophets are called to warn of times to come, but not every Prophet has the same message. Some warn others because of not loving each other! Not all Prophets are called to warn about last days. Many Prophets are called to teach, train and equip the Body of Christ. There are creative Prophets and those with a prophetic gift who proclaim the love of God through their heartfelt example of God’s love by the way they are living. 

The prophetic walk is a visionary walk and The Visionary never runs out of visions. In other words, there is always room for improvement somewhere. There are times when they see things that other people cannot see, but say nothing; because it is wiser.

They see without trying to see and know without trying to know. It is a gift from God. They receive answers, revelations and insight.

There are those who use their gifting to help married people reconcile, as it is easy for them to see both sides and where they are coming from when they speak. Other’s can see problems in churches, families, neighborhoods, places of business and nations. At the same time, they also see the solutions. They can appear as a “know it all” and many bend over backward not to give this impression. A godly Prophet is humble and not self-seeking.

The gifting in the prophetic is like this:

1. The Prophet or Prophetess

2. The Gift of Prophecy

3. The Gift of Prophetic song

4. The Spirit of Prophecy

5. Prophetic praying (intercessors)

6. Prophetic teaching

7. Prophetic preaching

8. The Testimony of Jesus is the Spirit of Prophecy

Under all of these titles can be words about last days, personal prophecies, churches and heads of states. The words are according to what has been placed in the heart of that individual.

There are definite prophetic specialists that have been appointed by God to speak words at the right place, in the right timing.

There are those who have given words and have not realized they just gave a word from God. God will use who He chooses to bless another. A true prophetic word will not slander anyone, but uplift, bless and encourage. If a word is given that falls under the category of correction, it should be given in private and the remedy should always be at hand. A godly word does not put down, does not defame another, nor does it shame or humiliate. A correction is a blessing when you think and realize God used someone to speak it to you.

There is a difference in prophesying in faith and another who speaks in worldly wisdom.

A true prophetic unction comes from God by faith, representing His will and His love..

Worldly wisdom is through what they see happening in the world and predict things in a worldly way because they are still of the world.

The world = the world. However, there are wise godly people putting the puzzles together today by what is happening in yesterday and today’s news and seeing how the last day prophecies of the Bible are being fulfilled.

The world has their own way of making predictions.

Then, we see the perversion of the false Prophets all of the time. These are the ones who marry little children and have many wives because “God told me to.”

These are indeed the false ones who willingly lie, and use the word of God to justify their depravities. They are habitual liars who believe their own lies while convincing unstable weak hearts that they are indeed The Prophet.

I once had a married lady tell me, “she just knew there was a man out there for her somewhere.” She was in a troubled marriage, not willing to  work it out as recommended by the word. But was rushing to get out of her marriage and into another one because, “it was of God.” This is a false word and not from God. 

The Prophet or Prophetess is one of the 5-fold ministries and they are to work with the other ministers to teach, train and equip the Body of Christ to go out and evangelize, educate and to raise up those that are hungry for the knowledge of Christ.

What is His work?

“I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat. I was thirsty, and you gave me something to drink. I was a stranger, and you took me into your home. I was naked and you clothed Me; I was sick and you took care of Me; I was in prison and you visited Me. "Then the righteous will answer Him, Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You something to drink? When did we see You a stranger and take You in, or without clothes and clothe You? When did we see You sick, or in prison, and visit You?' "And the King will answer them, I assure you: Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.' Mt. 25:35-40

A teacher can prophesy, but not be a Prophet. A Pastor can give a word but isn’t a Prophet. Sometimes, there are Prophets that have taken on the position of a Pastor who does not have the heart or gift to shepherd. Many times this is a reason why there isn’t church growth. There are Teachers who are sincere but do not have a nurturing shepherding heart counsel. This doesn’t mean they do not move in love, just not a shepherding love.  Then, you will see those Pastors aligned with a shepherd’s heart; who have the gift of teaching whose flock grows steadily and healthy. I have seen a Teacher who has a shepherd’s heart. There are many gifts, but the Holy Spirit has not given one person all of them.

Therefore, a Pastor can have the gift of prophecy, a gift of teaching, mercy and helps. His 5-fold ministry gift is Pastor and all those other gifts help him run his ship.

I know a Pastor who has a shepherd’s heart, mercy heart, administration heart, gift of teaching, gift of financial helps, helps and so much more and his church is growing at a phenomenal rate. He does not compromise his walk.

Jesus was the prime example of having all 5-fold ministries inside of Him.

If prophesy wasn’t important it wouldn’t be in the Bible. Paul urged us to all learn by doing. He said:

“Eagerly pursue and seek to acquire [this] love [make it your aim, your great quest]; and earnestly desire and cultivate the spiritual endowments (gifts), especially that you may prophesy (^[a]interpret the divine will and purpose in inspired preaching and teaching).” 1 Co. 14:1 amp.

 “For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted.” KJV 1 Co. 14:31

A Prophet does not have to say, “I am a Prophet” because titles are neither here nor there. They are God’s mouth piece and a true Prophet is humble.

Those that prophesy do other things besides waving banners and warning people. They go fishing! They grow gardens! They hold down jobs, have families and are active in church. Their first and foremost desire is to lift up God’s name and get His word out in the reverence that is due to Him.

Every time we do something in love, we are doing an act of kindness unto the Lord. We are honoring our Creator, our Holy Father who knows us inside out.

There is nothing glamorous about being a Prophet or Prophetess. When you read about them, they usually lived a lonely life and were all killed because they knew when they saw them coming down the road, they were going to hear the  Word of God and that is something the world never wants to hear.  

6 Types of Prophets

This was taken from Chuck Pierce’s Notes. 

(This seems to be very accurate, will have to study more)

6  Types of Prophetic Streams

1.Nabi (Bubble Up)- Unction from within to Vocalize. Flow. Water.
2.Roeh (Seer)- Discernment. Seeing on people, through people. Dreams.
3.Shamar (Watchman)- See Gods Timing, When Things will Happen.
4.Chozeh (Vision)- Going into a Trance, Open Vision.

5.Prophet (To Foretell)- Future Predictions.

6.Nataph (To Preach)- Tearing Open Heavens Bringing Revelation. Freedom through Energetic Vocalized Prophecies. Fire. Burning.

Here is John Ekhardt’s interpretation on different kinds of words coupled with  my emphasis upon God’s word!

Different Kinds of Prophetic Utterance

This means: DIFFERENT KINDS OF PROPHETIC WORDS

There are different kinds of prophetic words for different situations. The prophetic word can deal with past, present, and future. The prophetic word is able to deal with all the issues that we face in life. 

God has many thoughts toward us, and if we were to speak them, they cannot be numbered Ps. 40:5 

God’s word is a lamp unto our feet, and a light unto our path Ps.119:105

1. Now- addresses issues that are currently happening in a person’s life. This gives understanding on what a person is dealing with and helps eliminate confusion. I also call this a word in season Pr. 15:23

2. Confirmation- establishes and strengthens, builds faith and removes doubt, an example is “ you are on the right track.” Confirmation from a word will not necessarily come in the next hour, or even a year. Sometimes a word spoken will not be confirmed until many years later. Be patient.

3. Future- speaks to next phase or stage in you life. May map out directions or areas of preparation needed for future tasks. This can include instruction on what to do. God’s words lighten our paths, so we know where to go. Isaiah spoke about the past, present and future continually.

4. Past- these are words that deal with past issues, often bringing understanding and resolving things from the past. These words help launch us into our future. There are many people chained to the past, and they need to be released. Joseph understood dealing with his past was necessary for his purpose and for his people.

5. New- a new word is something completely new. It may often surprise the recipient. It is usually something they were not thinking or planning. (1 Cor.2:10-11) “These are the things God has revealed to us by his Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God. 11 For who knows a person’s thoughts except their own spirit within them? In the same way no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God.  

Do you have the Spirit of God inside of you?

6. Warning- these words warn of dangers that may be ahead, and what to avoid.

7. Deliverance- God’s words are sent out to deliver people from things such as hurt, rejection, fear, sickness and release healing and restoration to the recipient. Psa.107:20

8. Revelation- these words give us insight and revelation into the plans and purpose of God for our lives. Deut.29:29 Although we are not given everything, what He does reveal to us, helps us and our children forever. 

9. Identification- these words identify and help people understand and know who they are and what God created them to be. “When the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon, he said, “The LORD is with you, mighty warrior.” Jud.6:12

10. Correction- these words correct us and cause us to make the necessary adjustments in our lives. My son, do not despise the LORD’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke, Prov.3:11 I don’t know anyone who likes to be corrected, but it is for our benefit.

11. Commendation- God commends us when we are doing what is right . Each church in the Revelation was commended and then corrected.

12. Exposure- these words expose and identify the works of sin and darkness. 11 Let us, therefore, make every effort to enter that rest, so that no one will perish by following their example of disobedience. Heb.4:13

13. Conditional- these words are conditional on your obedience, an example ”if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” 2Ch.7:14

14. Impartation- God uses these words, often accompanied with the laying on of hands, to impart gifts into our lives. “Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you by prophecy with the laying on of the hands of the eldership. 1 Tim.4:14

These words can be spoken over individuals and congregations. We must be open and allow God to speak to us in these different ways. Each way will bring great blessing to the church.

Too many people throw out the baby with the bathwater because they do not understand the prophetic. They do not believe that “a word” is for today. Just like they do not believe healing is for today. Both healing and prophetic require faith and love. If that is the case and we know it is, is faith and love for today?

Of course it is.

Why would God who gives us the gifts in the first place, then; take them back? If you are given a present and you put it in your closet and never open it up; it doesn’t mean that it isn’t still there. It is in the closet, never opened and never used; but still there.

However, I have seen people passed over to be used by God because they did not want to use their gifts. Usually it is because of lack of faith, fear, doubt or unbelief. The Holy Spirit looks for a willing vessel.   

Sometimes being a Visionary isn’t easy when you keep postponing your destiny. What is our Father God speaking to you about? What is in your heart to bring good to your county, city, your state, your nation? What about your neighbor? The people on your block or at work?  If it takes one person to take away life, then all it takes is one person to give life. Jesus was the forerunner when He obediently gave His life so we can live in his love. What is your vision? What is it that you want to change? Listen to your heartbeat.

We were made in the image of God. It is He who blew upon our souls and gave us the spirit of life. We too, can either give life or take it. When we stand in the gap praying, we are promoting life. We are sending up life messages that heal broken hearts, broken lives and broken vessels.

All true Prophets are intercessors. 

One small step at a time in the direction that you individually see, will bring extraordinary results if your heart is humble.

I once read about a lady who lived in Coral Gables who would go out every day and pick up seashells. She would wash the shells and when they were dry she would put a Bible verse on each shell and return them to the beach. God honored her ministry to the point of people wanting her shells from all over the world.

“Instead, God chose things the world considers foolish in order to shame (confound) those who think they are wise. And he chose things that are powerless to shame (confound) those who are powerful.” 1Co. 1:27

Something like that befuddles the world. Strategies and ideas!! Be creative in your thinking and doing. There are millions of ways to light up the world and touch men’s hearts. Knock and Rock the world with God’s love! Ask God for one dynamic idea that will do this, then; boldly follow it through!

God has always used and honored one person to accomplish His will. One step of faith brings you closer to your passion that will help change the lives of those you love and around you. One small step in faith and God will send those who will stand by your side.

Understanding these godly principles brings us the realization that there are invisible forces of darkness at work,  that we cannot see in the spiritual realm that copy this same pattern. The enemy knows that God’s principles produce success as he devises counterfeits to produce the ungodly result he seeks; to steal, kill and destroy.

Engel v. Vitale, 370 U.S. 421 (1962), was a landmark United States Supreme Court case that ruled it is unconstitutional for state officials to compose an official school prayer and encourage its recitation in public schools.

One person rallied many parents to come against prayer in school and the Supreme Court said, “yes.”

Read it for yourself: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engel_v._Vitale

The above action must have stirred one of the darkest of hearts when atheist activist by the name of Madalyn Murray O’Hair, as she founded the American Atheists and the American Atheist Magazine in 1963. She is infamously known for the Supreme Court’s decision, ending Bible-reading in the schools in America.

Read it for yourselves: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madalyn_Murray_O'Hair

Her legacy: The Most Hated Woman in America

One person can help build or destroy a whole nation.  One person can build up or take down a place of worship, a family or a place of business.

Wherever your focus is, there lies your energy and destiny.

God used Noah to build the Ark because of the coming flood, but it took him 120 years (thereof) and help from his family to build the vessel. Ge. 6:3 His vision was God’s vision and he moved in his anointing and in the favor of God.

Moses was called to deliver God’s people out of slavery in Egypt but his life  was anything but simple. When he first discovered that he was a Hebrew and saw how the Egyptians were treating his people, he killed a man and went into Median. After a time living with a sheep herding family and finding a wife; he knew he had to go back and demand that Pharaoh deliver his people.

One person!  Moses was obedient to the vision and God sent him and his brother Aaron who could speak better for him and a younger, stronger man to do the heavy work named Joshua. God always sends the crème de le crème for the task.

God uses one obedient visionary heart.

One person!

The invisible dark forces used one person to put millions of God’s people to death in gas chambers. The enemy will always woo, seduce and lie to you. Never forget that! That one person’s name:

Austrian born Adolph Hitler.  He ruled Germany for 12 years and was adored by his whole nation! His charisma charmed the nation of Germany, as they would hang upon his every word promising better times up ahead and in the earlier years, the nation did get better. They could not see the invisible forces behind the scenes putting to death the Jews and Christians.

Today, we have business people that had one idea! One vision they worked at and never gave up! Bill Gates programmed his first computer when he was only 13 years old in the eighth grade. Bill knew his heartbeat was and went for it!

Never miss a chance. I once painted the words on the hard shell of a gopher turtle “Jesus is the Answer” and then let him go back into the woods.

Visionaries can walk into a room and turn the room upside down in their minds, complete with different splashes of paint. They see everything in the after effects.

A visionary hairdresser can automatically see how good you would look in a new haircolor and new design. You may have been surprised with the finish product, but she saw it all before hand.

A good landscape artist knows what you are doing wrong in your yard and identifies exactly what kind of bush and plant you need to bring out the beauty in your yard.

An artist knows in her heart that any color goes with any color, but not necessarily on the walls.

Visionaries see things in the past, present and before it happens. Many can look into your eyes and read your mail, but will never say a word; not because they are fearful, but because they know some things are left better unsaid.

Today, God’s Visionary’s are being creative. Everything they do, they are thinking in ways of how they can promote His Word with His love.

You do not have to be a Prophet to be creative, every part of the Body of Christ is important in God’s eyes. We are all Servants, some more than others. I challenge you to think of ways you can be creative to serve. Think of ways you can be creative to promote God’s love and healing in other people’s lives. What is tugging in your heart?

Ask God to give you ideas and strategies.

God Bless You