A Study of the Influence of Prophecy on the Christians’ Faith: With Specific Reference to Kasiisi Parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry, Diocese of Ruwenzori, Church of Uganda
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2024-09-06
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Uganda Christian University
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This contemporary study concentrated on the influence of prophecy on the Christians’ faith in Kasiisi parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry, Diocese of Ruwenzori, Church of Uganda. The objectives of the study were: to establish the influence of prophecy on the Christians’ faith in Kasiisi Parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry Diocese of Ruwenzori, to examine what the Church has done to promote the prophetic ministry in Kasiisi Parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry Diocese of Ruwenzori, to explore what else can be done by the Church to promote the prophetic ministry in Kasiisi Parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry Diocese of Ruwenzori.
The study adopted a Case study research design and a qualitative research paradigm. Unstructured interviews and open-ended questionnaires were the main methods applied for data collection, and a sample size of 35 respondents was involved in the study. Regarding the influence of prophecy on the Christians’ faith in Kasiisi Parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry Diocese of Ruwenzori, it emerged that prophecy enabled Christians to grasp God's purpose and start God's action amongst God's people. Regarding what the Church has done to promote the prophetic ministry in Kasiisi Parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry Diocese of Ruwenzori, it emerged that prophecy is acknowledged as a valid channel for God to speak to His people. Therefore, Kasiisi Parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry supported the ministry of prophecy by recognizing the spiritual gifts associated with the entire prophetic process.
Regarding what else can be done by the Church to promote the prophetic ministry in Kasiisi Parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry, Diocese of Ruwenzori, the study findings pinpoint teaching and preaching about prophecy, collaboration with other missioners, strengthening and empowering different sections and departments of the church so that they can preach the good news and encourage more Christians to be born-again and receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit including prophecy. The study answered objective number one of the study. The study therefore concludes that prophecy is key in influencing Christian faith since it enables Christians to grasp the purpose of God. Kasiisi Parish, Kabarole Archdeaconry acknowledges prophecy and supports the entire process through promoting and setting a fertile ground for prophecy.
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Undergraduate Research