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The Holy Spirit and the Anointing

Were All Biblical Prophets Anointed With Oil?

God commands Elijah to anoint Elisha as prophet in his place. Other prophetic call narratives describe a vision, God's word, or the Spirit's power. Scripture gives several ways God commissioned people to speak.

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Elijah places his mantle on Elisha as he turns from his plow.

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“And Jehu the son of Nimshi shalt thou anoint to be king over Israel: and Elisha the son of Shaphat of Abel-meholah shalt thou anoint to be prophet in thy room.”

1 Kings 19:16 · KJV

What do different prophetic calls have in common?

Elijah casts his mantle on Elisha. Isaiah responds to a vision of the Lord and a call to go. Jeremiah hears that God appointed him before birth and receives God's words. The scenes differ, and each gives the initiative to God.

What was prophetic power for?

Micah 3 contrasts prophets who speak for their own benefit with Micah's calling to declare Israel's wrongs. He describes being full of power by the Spirit of the Lord. Courage and accountability matter when a word challenges people who would rather hear approval.

Put it into practice

Compare the call scenes of Isaiah and Jeremiah. Write down what God gives each man and what difficult responsibility each receives.

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Questions & answers

Frequently asked questions

Does Elisha's call describe oil being poured on him?

First Kings 19:16 gives the command to anoint Elisha. The ensuing scene describes Elijah casting his mantle on him.

Does a public title prove a person speaks for God?

Scripture calls readers to weigh what is said. Consider the message, its fruit, and its agreement with God's revealed truth.