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But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil (Heb. 5:14).

The key to spiritual maturity is rigorous persistent training of a

new believer in the word of God and its application. To discern

what is good and what is wrong in the performance of such a

vital and powerful ministry must become a stated goal for the

church. Prophetic training must not be just head knowledge but

hands on training in how to apply the word of God in daily living

and ministry. The word train in Hebrews 5:14 is where we get

the word “gymnasium” from. Training in prophecy under the

tutelage of a trusted and experienced prophetic leader is where

we must begin.

But this type of training cannot be done by just any church

member or leader. Such Leadership needs to appreciate this

gift, it must have a good biblical understanding of it and know

how to work with it. I have come to appreciate the importance

of learning the prophetic ministry in a spiritually well-covered

and trained group. I believe this concern is born out in the

formation of the very first prophetic school under Samuel.

Again, all God’s people are now candidates under the new

covenant to prophecy since they have the Holy Spirit. But how

best to draw out that gift and encourage such anointed

speaking will require specific training in scripture and faith to