Big Idea

Prophecy has undergone a radical transformation from the Old Covenant to the New. In the Old Testament, the prophet was the primary mouthpiece of God and bore the weight of judgment. In the New Testament, prophecy is released as a gift to the whole body through the Holy Spirit, and words—not people—are weighed. This shift enables us to build a culture of grace, freedom, and shared responsibility, where all can grow in the gift and prophetic people are empowered to equip the church for maturity and mission.

Session Goals

By the end of this session, participants will:

• Understand the key differences between Old and New Testament prophecy.
• Grasp the theological and practical shift that took place at Pentecost.
• Learn to create a safe and courageous culture for prophetic growth.
• Discern the distinction between the gift of prophecy and the office of a prophet.
• Celebrate the maturity and relational nature of New Covenant prophecy.

Key Scriptures

• Hebrews 1:1–2
• Acts 2:17–18
• Numbers 12:6
• Deuteronomy 18:18–22
• Matthew 11:9–14
• 1 Corinthians 14:26–31
• Luke 22:20