Art's word on False Prophets is meant just for prophets, but when ministers who are in error. The basis for Art's message is on Jeremiah 23:14-40.
A deeper sinfulness is "willingness to be spoken as oracle or prophet of the hour." What needs to be said is "you're saying too much. I'm undeserving of that acknowledgment."
We aren't guilty of what we speak, but also guilty in our silence when we should speak.
False prophets/ministers always speak of positive things. "They affirm us, confirm us, and are pleasant to hear."
The Lord's word is other than our own. Who has an ear to hear? The Lord's word leads us to a deeper level of consecration. The Lord's word is adjusting. Quite contrary to the positive speaking that is pleasant to hear. Our flesh will be offended and adjusted by the Lord's speaking. Who will risk receiving the word which will require a loss? There will be a price.
Would you rather hear a word that we'll be co-kings or would you rather hear a word that adjusts our relationship to the Lord?
Wicked is always in contrast to the righteous. The word wicked implies those who know better and have had opportunity, but don't. Wicked are the ones who call a true prophet as being false.
Presumption is to think they are speaking for God. It is deception. An unbridled arrogance to claim God's oracle. Though it is accepted as if nothing is required.
To maintain integrity requires sticking out obtusely. There is a price to pay to guard your spirit and your heart.
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Terry