TESTING YOUR ONLINE MEDIA PROPHET “CHRIST VS OLD TESTAMENT PROPHET”

Note: this was first posted www.ministryaiandi.com July 21, 2025

Testing Your Online Social Media MANY Prophets

By the Fruit, the Spirit, the Tone, and the Testimony of Jesus

“The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy” Revelation 19:10b

“Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. ” Galatians 6:1 Servant leader Paul

In an age of public platforms, viral voices, and TikTok “prophets,” we must return to the biblical plumbline for discerning the real prophetic mantle—one that reflects the Spirit of Christ, the wisdom from above, and the fruit of Jesus.

Apostle T asks ChatGPT AI

Would there be a time for a New Testament “Christian prophet” to name well known names and forecast, prophesy their death, doom? (also not just a few but many) Please describe, define and admonish use Scriptures where possible.

Chat GPT AI respectfully responds:

This is a serious, sobering, and theologically weighty question. Here’s a direct, Scripture-based evaluation of whether a New Testament Christian prophet should name names and forecast doom or death over others—especially in public or en masse.

1. New Testament Pattern: Not for Public Doom-Forecasting

POINT: No biblical record exists of New Testament prophets (under Christ’s covenant) publicly naming many people to forecast doom or death in the Church.

While Old Testament prophets—under the Law and national covenant of Israel—did publicly pronounce judgment on kings, nations, and false prophets (e.g., Elijah, Jeremiah), the tone and function shift dramatically under Christ and the early church.

2. New Testament Prophecy = Upbuilding, Comfort, Encouragement

1 Corinthians 14:3

KJV: He that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort.
ESV: …speaks to people for their upbuilding and encouragement and consolation.

This is the gold standard for NT prophecy in public worship or Church use.

3. Prophecy Must Reflect the Spirit of Christ

Luke 9:54-56

When James and John saw a Samaritan village reject Jesus, they said:
“Lord, wilt thou that we command fire to come down from heaven, and consume them?”

MAIN POINT: But Jesus turned, and rebuked them, and said, “Ye know not what manner of spirit ye are of. For the Son of man is NOT COME TO DESTROY MEN’S LIVES, but to save them.”

Christ rejected OT-style doom declarations for personal or retaliatory reasons. His rebuke is a key heart-check for any prophet today.

4. Is Naming Names Ever Appropriate? (Rare, Contextual)

Yes—but with caution, humility, and apostolic fruit. Only a few examples:

MAXIMUM POINT Paul names specific individuals—but not to forecast their death:

Hymenaeus and Alexander – 1 Timothy 1:20

“Whom I have delivered unto Satan, that they may learn not to blaspheme.”

Demas – 2 Timothy 4:10 “has forsaken me”
Diotrephes – 3 John 1:9 “loves to be first”

These were corrections, not doom prophecies. Even Paul, with high authority, gave such rarely, and never to create public fear or spectacle.

5. Prophecy of Death in NT? Rare, Private, With Purpose

MAIN POINT Acts 5:1–11 – Ananias and Sapphira

Peter does discern and declare the coming judgment—but it’s:

Specific
In response to intentional deceit
Done under the unction of the Holy Spirit, not human anger
Not done as a warning campaign against many people

POINT Acts 13:8–11 – Elymas the sorcerer struck blind

Paul does speak judgment—again, it’s specific, Spirit-led, and not a pattern of Paul’s general ministry.

6. What New Testament Prophets Must NOT Do

1. Prophesy from the soul or flesh

Jeremiah 23:16 (still relevant in principle)

“They speak a vision of their own heart, and not out of the mouth of the Lord.”

2. Use prophecy to cause fear or elevate self

2 Timothy 1:7

“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear…”

3. Prophesy popularized judgment for clicks, money, control, or clout

Micah 3:11 (Old but relevant):

“The heads thereof judge for reward, and the priests thereof teach for hire, and the prophets thereof divine for money…”

7. Admonition to All Who Prophesy

POINT: James 3:1

“My brethren, be not many masters [teachers], knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation.”

PAINFUL POINT: Romans 12:6

“Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith.”

POINT: Matthew 7:16-20

(Pastor T will define more about “fruits” beneath)

“By their fruits ye shall know them… A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit.”

Summary:

While a prophet may on rare occasion be led to name a person for correction or even warning, the New Testament model is not judgment-centered. It emphasizes:

Restoration (Galatians 6:1)
Edification (1 Cor. 14:3)
Clarity and peace (1 Cor. 14:33)
Christlikeness (Phil. 2:5)
A heart like Jesus—who did not call fire down, but offered mercy first

POINT: TODAY IN FIRST CHURCH, PROPHETIC NEW TESTAMENT “DIFFERENT” TIMES

1. Prophecy Must Now Come Through the God’s Son JESUS CHRIST—Not as Before in the Old Testament prophet days

God formerly spoke through many prophets, in many ways. But now the TONE has shifted permanently—through Christ:

Hebrews 1:1–2 Old Testament VS Prophetic New Testament

KJV:
Old Testament; God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets,
New Testament: Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son…

ESV:
Long ago… God spoke to our fathers by the prophets,
but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son…

JOY Hebrews 1:9 JESUS JOY as the WORLD WIDE OFFICE PROPHET

KJV:
…God… hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows.
ESV:
…God… has anointed you with the oil of gladness beyond your companions.

The prophetic voice now flows through the gladness, grace, and authority of Jesus—no longer doom, condemnation, or fiery wrath for show.

2. The Messiah’s Heart: Wisdom, Understanding, and No Harsh Judgment by Appearance

Isaiah 11:2–3

KJV:
And the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him…
And shall make him of quick understanding… he shall not judge after the sight of his eyes…

ESV:
And the Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him…
He shall not judge by what his eyes see…

The prophetic person reflects discernment without bias, seeing with God’s eyes—not carnal suspicion or personal vendettas.

3. HEAL NOT HARM

Christlike Prophets Walk Among the People and Heal, Not Harm

Acts 10:38

KJV:
How God anointed Jesus... who went about doing good, and healing all…
ESV:
He went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed…

True prophets do good, not damage reputations or stir fear. Their lives carry healing, not division.

4. The Spirit of Prophecy = The Testimony of Jesus

Revelation 19:10b

KJV:
…for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.
ESV:
…For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.

No prophecy can claim to be from God if it does not reflect the heart, spirit, and redemptive nature of Christ.

5. True Prophecy Bears the Fragrance of Heaven

James 3:17

KJV:
But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle…
ESV:
…pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason…

A prophet may carry bold truth, but it must smell like Heaven—not brimstone or fear-mongering.

6. It Will Never Induce Fear, Dread, or Anxiety

2 Timothy 1:7

KJV:
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear…
ESV:
…but of power and love and self-control.

TD OFFICE MAJOR POINT:

If a prophecy breeds fear, panic, or obsession with “what’s coming,” we must test the spirit carefully.

7. New Testament Prophecy is Edifying, Strengthening, Comforting

1 Corinthians 14:3

KJV:
He that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort.
ESV:
…to people for their upbuilding and encouragement and consolation.

NOTE “not doom and woe and death

1. Edify = Oikodomē (οἰκοδομή)

Meaning: Building up, spiritual construction, strengthening a house or structure
Root: Oikos (house) + domeō (to build)
Usage: Used metaphorically for spiritual strengthening, moral improvement, instruction.

Key Point: “Build up the inner person like a house.” remark: Lay a good foundation from the ground up, also build from inside out (the persons character, testing factors, life fruit) not focus on the talent and make a form of “ambition” gifting as “accurate achievement” (which is NOW says Taveau)

2. Exhort = Paraklēsis (παράκλησις)

Meaning: Urging, encouragement, strengthening, consoling
Root: Parakaleō (to call alongside)
Same root as: The Holy Spirit = Paraklētos (Comforter, Helper)

POINT:Think: “Call someone near to lift them up and infuse courage, encourage to make more confident, not defeated “deemed as not gifted enough” like many groups do.

3. Comfort = Paramythia (παραμυθία)

Meaning: Consolation, soothing speech, tender encouragement
Root: Para (alongside) + mythos (speech or word)
Less urgent than exhortation—more like calming, reassuring, restoring peace.

Think: “Soft, healing words that bring rest to the soul.”

Summary:

English	Greek	Meaning
Edify	Oikodomē	Build up spiritually (like a house)
Exhort	Paraklēsis	Strengthen, urge forward, encourage boldly
Comfort	Paramythia	Soothe, console, reassure tenderly

1 Corinthians 14:4

KJV:
…he that prophesieth edifieth the church.
ESV:
…the one who prophesies builds up the church. (a church is not the building, the safe house, it is the community and the community is “the people” not just the gifted elders

1 Corinthians 14:26

KJV:
Let all things be done unto edifying.
ESV:
Let all things be done for building up.

8. Correction May Happen—But It Comes with Meekness and Maturity

Galatians 6:1

(Sr Leaders, Elders This is a apostolic command, to Bible RELATE : no far off inner vibe reading, presumptive Pharisee sin spying, divining, mind reading ministry, but “relate” respect and be REAL”

“Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.”

KJV:
…restore such an one in the spirit of meekness…
ESV:
…restore him in a spirit of gentleness…

Big Contrast : No Patriarchal Suspicion or Mind Reading

Walking in the light is the opposite of:

Mind-reading or “inner knowing” without relationship
Accusation without witness or private dialogue (Matthew 18:15)
Gender- or role-based suspicion (i.e. “she’s Jezebel” / “he’s rebellious”)
WELP KEY: Elite patriarchal systems where leaders assume guilt or control rather than seeking fellowship and mutual restoration

Ephesians 4:15

KJV:
…speaking the truth in love…
ESV:
…speaking the truth in love...(charity, big grace, meekness, and humility)

TD POINT: resemble wise Paul’s admonition to the sr pastor in Galatians 6:1 “meekness in case the same type character issues transpired with (many, any, all) of them

Galatians 6:1

KJV:

Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.

ESV:

Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted.

9. Prophetic Words Must Be Gracious, Not Harsh or Vengeful

Colossians 4:6

KJV:
Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt…
ESV:
Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt…

Prophecy must be seasoned, not scorched.

10. Discern, But Never Despise—And Always Test

1 Thessalonians 5:19–21

KJV:
Despise not prophesyings. Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.
ESV:
Do not despise prophecies, but test everything; hold fast what is good.

Final Admonition in these Last of Days

Prophecy in the New Covenant(First Church, now in the Christian ministry) is no longer a sword waved for spectacle or fear. It’s a sacred office flowing from the living Christ Himself.

Yes—there is room for boldness, warning, and even correction, but always from the well of compassion, truth, and Christlike tone.