The Purpose of  Prophecy Top   Fulfilled prophecy provides objective demonstrable historical proof of the inspiration, inerrancy, and authority of God’s Word.   Fulfilled prophecy authenticates the Word of God   Prophecy reveals the mind and plans of God.   Fulfilled prophecy increases faith and perpetuates hope and consolation for the believer.(1Thess 4:18)   Fulfilled prophecy compels us to look at the affairs of men with a great deal more of God focused discernment