God Told Me! – When Prophets Refuse Church Leadership
God Told Me! – When Prophets Refuse Church Leadership  
Podcast: The Remnant Radio's Podcast
Published On: Mon Jun 23 2025
Description: Can Prophets Be Pastored? | Navigating Prophecy and Church Authority in the Charismatic Movement - Ever seen a prophet go rogue, claiming “God told me!” to bypass church leaders? We’re exploring the essential question of prophetic submission and healthy church culture.In this episode of Remnant Radio, Josh Lewis, Michael Miller, and Michael Rowntree tackle a pressing question facing many charismatic churches today: Can prophetic people submit to local church leadership? Or more provocatively — what happens when prophets refuse to be pastored?Too often, prophets are seen as untouchable figures who “hear directly from God” and use that perceived authority to bypass or even challenge pastoral leadership. We examine this cultural phenomenon in light of Scripture, offering pastoral insight, biblical parameters, and real-life stories from their own churches and ministries.We explore:* The dangers of prophetic elitism and spiritual manipulation* Biblical models of submission to elders and church order* When prophecy becomes a platform for rebellion* Historic abuses from movements like Montanism* The necessity of protocols, testing, and known character* How churches can cultivate a healthy prophetic culture without quenching the SpiritIf your church operates in the gifts of the Spirit — especially prophecy — this is a must-watch conversation. You'll walk away with practical wisdom on how to encourage the prophetic while protecting your church from division, doctrinal confusion, and cult-like authoritarianism.00:00:00 Intro: Can Prophets Be Pastored?00:03:22 Addressing Prophets Struggling with Church Authority00:16:15 Protocol for Prophetic Ministry00:20:05 Biblical Parameters00:31:49 Mutual Submission & Submission to Church Leadership00:54:20 Conclusion: Spirit and Order in the Local ChurchSubscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit.📧 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER 📚 COURSES & CONFERENCES 🛒 SHOP MERCH 💝 SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY: • Leave a Tip• Become a Patron• Make a Tax-Deductible Donation  🌐📧 Check Out Our Church PagesJosh's ChurchMiller's ChurchRowntree's Church