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Awakened to Deliver – The Prophetic MinistryWeek 35, Day 3: The Role of Prophets in Guiding and Guarding the ChurchKey Verse: Ezekiel 33:7 (NASB 2020)“Now as for you, son of man, I have appointed you as a watchman for the house of Israel; so you will hear a message from My mouth and give them a warning from Me.”⸻Episode Highlights• Prophets function as watchmen—hearing God’s word and warning His people (Ezekiel 33:7).• Their role is not prediction but protection: calling people to repentance, guarding from deception, and guiding into covenant alignment.• Elijah’s confrontation with the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18) shows prophets exposing falsehood and guiding people back to God.• In the New Testament, prophets at Antioch (Acts 13:1–3) worked in unity, accountability, and submission to the Spirit.• Prophets guide by: 1. Calling the Church to repentance (Jeremiah, Elijah, John the Baptist). 2. Releasing strategy for the future (Agabus in Acts 11). 3. Guarding against false teaching and deception.• When prophets are silenced, the Church loses conviction, fire, and purity.• Prophets don’t replace Scripture—they align the Church with it. They don’t prophesy for profit—they speak under the weight of God’s Word.⸻Scriptures to Reflect On• Ezekiel 33:7 – Watchman on the wall.• 1 Kings 18:36–39 – Elijah confronts the prophets of Baal.• Acts 13:1–3 – Prophets functioning in community at Antioch.• Acts 11:27–28 – Agabus warns of famine.• Matthew 7:15 – Jesus warns of false prophets.⸻Takeaway ThoughtProphets are not spiritual entertainers—they are spiritual watchmen. Their role is to warn, guide, protect, and align the Church with God’s Word and God’s ways. When the prophetic voice is honored, the Bride of Christ is purified, prepared, and strengthened.⸻Stay ConnectedFind ministry resources, bonus teachings, and updates in the Linktree in the show notes.👉 https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries⸻Support the MissionPartner with Awakened to Deliver to spread the Gospel worldwide. Give through Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, or Patreon—links available via the Linktree.⸻Music Credits• “Paphos” by MountaineerLicensed via PremiumBeat by Shutterstock under Creator License.⸻Call to ActionThe Church cannot function without the prophetic voice. Prophets don’t just encourage—they call out sin, guard against deception, and release God’s strategies. Ask yourself: Am I honoring the prophetic voices God has placed in my life? Am I willing to receive correction as well as comfort?