The Holy Spirit is revealed to and bestowed upon not only leaders, judges, and kings but also on which group?

• A. Prophets
• B. Scribes
• C. Priests
• D. Elders

Answer: (A)

The Holy Spirit is poured out to empower those who deliver God’s message, and prophets are the ones specifically described as being filled with the Spirit to receive and proclaim God’s word. This Spirit-enabled gifting allows prophets to have visions, hear God’s voice, and speak with divine authority to the people. Leaders, judges, and kings are also sometimes strengthened by the Spirit for their tasks, but the distinctive group associated with direct Spirit-endowment for prophetic ministry is the prophets. Scribes, priests, and elders have important roles in worship, law, and governance, but they are not the primary recipients of prophetic Spirit for delivering God’s message.