In this enlightening teaching, Joseph Z explores the identity and significance of the sons of the prophets. He discusses their prophetic abilities, their practice of hearing from God, and the training they received in spiritual matters.

Joseph references 2 Kings 2:3-5 to reveal who the sons of the prophets are, noting how these prophets from various schools knew what would happen to Elijah on the day he was taken up into heaven. However, among the numerous activities these sons of the prophets engaged in, Joseph clarifies that they may also be practicing hearing from God. He explains that the sons of the prophets likely had a gift from birth and recognized the need to be trained to hear God correctly. 

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Next, Joseph reveals that these sons of the prophets lived in solitude and were only seen publicly when they had to deliver a message from God. Additionally, he explains that the schools of the prophets, or sons of the prophets, were institutions where students were trained in religious and spiritual matters. We also see that these sons of the prophets sometimes prophesied through songs, as seen in 1 Samuel 10:5. 

Furthermore, we observe that Elijah was the leader of many schools of the prophets, as noted in 2 Kings 4:38. However, Elisha succeeded Elijah as the head of the schools, advancing and expanding them, as demonstrated in 2 Kings 6:2 and 2 Kings 4:38.

Joseph then clarifies that the message of Elijah's departure may have been conveyed by the sons of the prophets rather than by Elijah himself. He makes us realize that the schools of the prophets serve as a means of training for reformation or standing firm, and they are likened to the sons of Issachar because they are seasoned in understanding the signs of the times and knowing how to respond. Lastly, Joseph elaborates on the roles of the sons of the prophets and how they work together for the common good.

June 4, 2025