Stand Up, Ye Prophets of the Lord
Prophets of the Lord must stand firm in their prophecy, heed not the world, and keep within their own measure to avoid being lifted up and departing from the truth.
George Fox urges the prophets of the Lord to boldly proclaim the truth and not to be discouraged by the world's disdain for prophecy. He emphasizes the importance of remaining true to their divine calling and responding to the God-given insights within themselves and others. Fox encourages both men and women in ministry to stay grounded in their spiritual gifts while warning against pride and the dangers of straying from God's guidance. He reminds them that true prophecy leads to the Son of God, who is the ultimate judge of their actions.
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(To Friends in the Ministry)
STAND up, ye Prophets of the Lord, for the Truth upon the Earth; quench not your Prophecy, neither heed them that despise it; but in it stand, which brings you through to the End. . . . Heed not the Eyes of the World, ye Prophets of the Lord, but answer that in them all, which they have closed their Eye to; that ye may to them tell of things to come, answering that of God in them, that shall remain. Keep ye in your Habitations, ye Sons of God, that over all the Contrary ye may reign. And ye Daughters, to whom it is given to Prophesie, keep within your own Measure, seeing over that which is without, answering that of God in all.
And despise not the Prophecy, keep down that Nature that would, which is the same as that is, which acts contrary to that of God in them. Neither be lifted up in your Openings and Prophecies, lest ye depart from that which opened, and so come by the Son of God to be Judged, and bidden to depart as Workers of Iniquity; for a Worker of Iniquity is gone from that, which leads to the Son of God, who is the End of the Prophets. . . .
Sermon Outline
- Stand Up, Ye Prophets of the Lord
- Keep ye in your Habitations
- Despise not the Prophecy
- Keep down that Nature that would act contrary to God
- Do not depart from that which opened
Key Quotes
“Stand up, ye Prophets of the Lord, for the Truth upon the Earth” — George Fox
“Heed not the Eyes of the World, ye Prophets of the Lord” — George Fox
“A Worker of Iniquity is gone from that, which leads to the Son of God, who is the End of the Prophets” — George Fox
Application Points
- As a Prophet, stand firm in your prophecy and do not let the world silence you.
- Keep within your own measure and answer that of God in all, rather than being lifted up in your own abilities or prophecies.
- Do not depart from that which opened you, lest you be judged and bidden to depart as a Worker of Iniquity.