Is it sinful to prophesy using the Bible?
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There are two important aspects to this:
1) We are not allowed to attribute meaning to a Biblical prophecy that is different from God's intended meaning:
But know this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of oneβs own interpretation, for no prophecy was ever made by an act of human will, but men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God. -2 Peter 1:20-21
2) We are supposed to pay attention to prophecy, understand it, and recognize it when it begins to be fulfilled:
Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things which are written in it; for the time is near. -Revelation 1:3
But take heed; behold, I have told you everything in advance. -Mark 13:23
Even so, you too, when you see these things happening, recognize that He is near, right at the door. -Mark 13:29
Conclusion: Every prophecy of Scripture originated with God, who had a specific meaning in mind when He gave it. The only appropriate interpretation is the one which retains His original intent. If a prophecy is truly being fulfilled, we would do well to recognize it. However, it is inappropriate to make guesses about the meaning based on current life circumstances and then teach it as if it were God's original intent.
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