The Power of Prophetic Truth — Discerning God’s Voice in a World of Deception
Key Scriptures
1 Kings 22:14 (CSB)
“But Micaiah said, ‘As the Lord lives, I will say whatever the Lord says to me.’”
1 Kings 22:19–23 (CSB)
“Then Micaiah said, ‘Therefore, hear the word of the Lord: I saw the Lord sitting on His throne, and the whole heavenly army was standing by Him. … The Lord said, “Who will entice Ahab?” … A spirit came forward and said, “I will entice him.” The Lord said to him, “You will certainly entice him and prevail. Go and do that.”’”
1 Kings 22:34 (CSB)
“But a man drew his bow without taking special aim and struck the king of Israel through the joints of his armor. So the king said to his charioteer, ‘Turn around and take me out of the battle, for I am badly wounded.’”
1 Kings 22:38 (CSB)
“The chariot was washed at the pool of Samaria, and the dogs licked up his blood … according to the word of the Lord that He had spoken.”
John 8:32 (CSB)
“You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
Reflection Questions
Do I have the courage to listen to God’s truth, even when it contradicts my desires?
Have I surrounded myself with voices that challenge me or just comfort me?
How do I discern between flattery and prophecy in my life?
Am I walking in humility like Jehoshaphat—or pride like Ahab?