Jeremiah 14:15

15 Therefore thus says the Lord concerning the prophets who prophesy in my name although I did not send them, and who say, ‘Sword and famine shall not come upon this land’: By sword and famine those prophets shall be consumed.

Romans 10:15

15 And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!”

Hebrews 5:4

And no one takes this honor for himself, but only when called by God, just as Aaron was.

1 Corinthians 12:28-29

28 And God has appointed in the church first apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracles, then gifts of healing, helping, administrating, and various kinds of tongues. 29 Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles?

1 Timothy 3:10

10 And let them also be tested first; then let them serve as deacons if they prove themselves blameless.

1 Timothy 4:14

14 Do not neglect the gift you have, which was given you by prophecy when the council of elders laid their hands on you.

1 Timothy 5:22

22 Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, nor take part in the sins of others; keep yourself pure.

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