The mindset of a prophet must be primarily rooted in a connection to God. Otherwise any wisdom and discernment is that of man, and therefore not divinely inspired. I do however believe that not all wisdom derived purely from man should be discarded - quite the opposite! Many theologians' interpretations and commentary on scripture have lead to massive shifts in understanding of God's will for us. Nevertheless the direct connection with God is an imperative if one is to act as God's voice on Earth.
As a child I never felt the emotional sway during an altar call. Quite frankly, despite loving the opportunity to play music as part of a musical worship team I've never enjoyed worship at church. At youth groups and summer camps I always felt awkward and ostracized seeing my peers get caught up in the spiritual moment in acts that I thought to be a superficial connection to Christ. My judgement at the time was that these people believed that anyone can earn their way into Heaven just by raising arms, crying at a cushioned bench, or yearly rededications of their purpose. I had assumed that they thought the more people see it the more it is effective - after all what's the point of wanting God's love if you can't get attention out of it! It wasn't until I had the mind of an adult that I realized some people naturally have a superficial approach to life's relationships, and while I cannot change people's inner personality, I can change how I act around them to be a more effective conduit for their own needs. While I may not have the emotional saturation of the soul as others do, I most definitely have the intensity of intent, and strive to comprehend God at a higher level. A never ending journey to keep honest minds thirsty has never produced evil.
To me God has always been someone I speak to as commonly as I speak to you, as if I am catching up with a confidant between classes or in a one-on-one conversation at a party; always one-sided though. I don't think God will ever speak directly to me, knowing I only take to heart the conclusions I come to myself through self-mentorship. If I aim to be this generation's Moses I must take strides toward becoming the person that can connect God with my peers. Currently that means shirking that which is unnecessary and living an honest life focused on the relationships I cherish so that when called I am prepared and have stability.
