By Andrew Williams
Series: The Year of the Prophet- Month 2: The Sovereignty of the Call
Week 6: Predestination & Selection (The “Known” Prophet)
Anchor Scripture: “But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty… that no flesh should glory in His presence.” — 1 Corinthians 1:27, 29 (NKJV)
The Teaching
One of the most frustrating things for the “religious mind” is the way God selects His prophets. Human systems choose based on resumes, education, pedigree, and polished personality. But the Sovereign Election of God often bypasses the most “qualified” candidate in the room to lay a mantle on the most unlikely person in the field.
Think of Amos, who was not a prophet nor the son of a prophet, but a simple gatherer of sycamore fruit. Think of David, the forgotten youngest brother, or Peter, the rough-edged fisherman. God does not call the qualified; He qualifies the called.
God chooses the “unlikely” for a specific reason: to ensure that when the word is spoken and the power is demonstrated, the glory cannot be attributed to human talent. If God used a world-class orator, people would praise the speech. When He uses a person with “uncircumcised lips” like Moses, people are forced to acknowledge the God who is speaking through the man. Your “unlikeliness”—your lack of a title, your past mistakes, or your perceived weaknesses—is not a barrier to the office; it is often the very reason God selected you. He loves to hide His greatest treasures in jars of clay.
Prophetic Insight
Do not let “imposter syndrome” silence your prophetic voice. The enemy will always remind you of why you shouldn’t be the one God is using. He will point to your lack of formal training or your messy history. But your credentials do not come from a denomination or a degree; they come from the Sovereign Election of the Most High. If God has chosen you, then you are “enough.” Your weakness is actually an asset because it creates a vacuum that only His strength can fill. The more “unlikely” you are, the more room there is for the “supernatural” to be seen.
The Activation
Make a list of three reasons why you feel “unqualified” for the prophetic office. Now, beside each one, write: “But God has chosen the weak things.” Today, intentionally step into a conversation or a prayer moment where you feel “out of your league,” and trust that the God who elected you will provide the words.
Daily Prayer: Lord God, I thank You that Your ways are higher than my ways. I thank You for choosing me, even though I often feel like the most unlikely candidate. I repent for disqualifying myself when You have already ordained me. I offer my weaknesses to You today, knowing that Your strength is made perfect in them. Let Your glory shine through this jar of clay. Amen.
