It Is Seekers Who Make Prophets
“The variable that marks some periods as barren and some as rich in prophetic vision is in the interest, the level of seeking, the responsiveness of the hearers. The variable is NOT in the presence or absence, or the relative quality and force, of the prophetic voices. Prophets grow in stature as people respond to their message. If their early attempts are ignored or spurned their talent may wither away.
It is seekers then, who make prophets, and the initiative of any one of us in searching for and responding to the voices of contemporary prophets may mark the turning point in their growth and service.”
— Robert Greenleaf, 1977
Quaker founder of the servant leadership movement
Today’s Invitation
Search for and respond to the voices of contemporary prophets.
This Week’s Query
When have you had a powerful experience with group discernment?
When have you felt the presence of the divine in meeting for business, a committee meeting, or a clearness committee? How do you create the conditions for a worshipful meeting?
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