What is a prophet?

• A. A person chosen to speak for God through the Holy Spirit
• B. A magistrate
• C. A singer
• D. A historian

Answer: (A)

A prophet is a person chosen to speak for God through the Holy Spirit. God selects prophets to deliver His messages to people, guiding them, calling them to repentance, and sometimes sharing what He plans for the future. The Holy Spirit equips the prophet to speak God’s words with authority, not just their own ideas. In Scripture, prophets like Isaiah and Jeremiah spoke God’s will to His people, warning of consequences for turning away and offering hope when they turn back to Him.

A magistrate is a ruler or judge who administers laws, a singer leads worship with music, and a historian records past events. These roles are different from the prophet’s main job of conveying God’s messages.