PREFACE: A Word of Encouragement and The Prophetic Word are two very different things. While encouragement, being structured for the sake of a peaceable existence, is well advised by Paul; prophecy, being driven by the Holy Spirit, serves as warning of the manifestation of God's predictions. As Paul instructed, just as we test the spirits, we are to likewise test prophesies; holding fast to that which is good. I love Paul’s contribution to the Kingdom, as I am certain, had we heard more from him, I would have loved Apollos’ just as much; still, it is God who gives the increase (in knowledge especially). While both the spirits and prophecy are to be tested by the Word of God, prophecy is tested against God's predictions. Is the prophecy...