What is Prophetic Office vs Prophetic Ministry?
There is a difference between the Prophetic Ministry and the Prophetic Office. The first is a function, whereas the second is a position. Let’s look a few verses that speak of office to make this clear. • Romans 11:13 – For I speak to you Gentiles, inasmuch as I am the apostle of the Gentiles, I magnify my office. • 1 Timothy 3:1 – This [is] a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desires a good work. • 1 Timothy 3:10 – And let these also first be proved; then let them use the office of a deacon, being [found] blameless. • Hebrews 7:5 – And truly they that are of the sons of Levi, who receive the office of the priesthood… In each case you will see that the term office is used to refer to someone who has been permanently appointed to a position. This is true also of the Prophetic Office. The ministry of a prophet may at times be displayed by those that are not called to be Prophets as a permanent position (In other words, to be in Prophetic Office. Paul clarifies thi
