When we read about the prophets in the Bible, they are not these "happy" prophets we see today. Sadly, I'm reminded of this every time God shows me a vision, dream or gives me a prophecy. I used to wonder why the prophets wept, were sad all the time, fearful in some instances and depressed. Well...I don't have wonder that anymore.
People think it is good to receive a prophecy and it can be but most of the time when a word is spoken in a one on one session it's usually a word of knowledge or conformation. Prophecy is edification of the church, yes but it's also about warning. There aren't many that talk about that. We as prophets have led a many astray because we prophecy out of our own being. We give the people a word but do not break down the severity of what it all means and what you will go through to receive that prophecy.
As a prophetess myself, I get wrapped up in the carnality of the words said to me in a prophecy, word of knowledge and or conformation because of what I longed to hear. However, I am quickly snatched back into the reality of being a seer and mouthpiece of God while going through the path on the way to the prophecy.
When a prophecy is given, consider the cost of it. Someone was sent to you to give a word, that cost them. Most prophecies doesn't come overnight 90% of the time. There are very few prophecies that are a quick turnaround. There isn't a rhyme or reason to it; it's just what it is. Some prophecies takes a few months and a lot of the time years. We have to be prepared and condition for most prophecies. We don't know what it's going to take to get there.
I've had a few in my time and every time without fail I have went through some hard times just to attain the blessing. By the time I got it, in some instances I was ecstatic and other times I was to weary to enjoy it.
A prophet/prophetess isn't normally "happy". I'm not saying we should be running around with a frown and our lip dragging on the ground. Whether we are giving or receiving a prophecy it doesn't always bring a smile to our faces. We endure a lot sometimes when it comes to giving someone a word because it's not always favorable. I have to tell you, sometimes I'm not at all pleased with the gift of prophecy; to be honest, it's a hard thing sometimes and I just want to walk away. Then I remember who I belong to and how much He loves us all so I endure it anyway. Majority of the time the people were very receptive and accepted it which far outweighed the ones that didn't and looked at me crazy. It can be depressing at times and even a little fearful but that's when we have to trust in God just a little bit more.
Study the prophets of the Bible and watch their lives (when they are alone or with God), a lot of the times their tone changes. I know I understand by being on both sides of the fence. No matter if we are giving the prophecy or receiving one, be ready to count the cost.
