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April 23, 2016
From the Desk of Steve Shultz:
 I appreciate this word by Dean Mitchum, Director of Worship Ministries for Bishop Bill Hamon of Christian International and Worship Pastor for Apostles Tom and Jane Hamon of Vision Church@ CI. Many have been saying God is releasing a "new sound" in this time...and praise and worship is KEY.
In this word Dean shares about being a Prophetic Psalmist and finding the "right mix" of character and attributes...he shares from the life of David and his attributes:
"...only one of the seven attributes had to do with playing music. Though this was the main requirement for this job, what was added to his bio went far beyond any musical anointing. It spoke directly to the character and work habits of David."
Read on to find out more about these seven attributes that prophetic psalmists can glean from, from the life of David.
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Apparently, it was a known fact in ancient Israel that a psalmist, playing music, could bring deliverance from tormenting spirits. Saul's servant suggested finding someone who could do this and listed the job requirements.
"Must be able to play the harp well. As a result of your playing the distressed person will be refreshed and made well."
On hearing this description, another one of Saul's servants suggested David, the son of Jesse. With so many people to choose from why did the servant recommend David? What was it about David that the king's servant would risk his own reputation to endorse another man's ministry? The answer is in David's bio as related to King Saul. The servant declared in 1 Samuel 16:18, "I have seen…"
1. A son of Jesse the Bethlehemite.
2. Who is skillful in playing.
3. A mighty man of valor.
4. A man of war.
5. Prudent in speech.
6. A handsome person.
7. The Lord is with him.
That was quite a reputation, but only one of the seven attributes had to do with playing music. Though this was the main requirement for this job, what was added to his bio went far beyond any musical anointing. It spoke directly to the character and work habits of David.
I have divided the seven attributes into four areas. They are character, talent, appearance, and anointing. More than any other attribute, character is referred to four times. Son, valor, warrior, prudent. One for every other attribute and one extra for good measure.
Finding The Right Mix For Your Prophetic Psalmist Reputation
To me, finding the right mix could be as simple as this "recipe":
• 4 parts character.
• 1 part talent.
• 1 part appearance.
• 1 part anointing.
While not a doctrine, it is a great recipe for finding the right mix for your prophetic psalmist reputation. Let's look at each one.
1. Character is referred to four times in the following ways:
a. A Son. This speaks of right relationship within the family and church you are called to serve. A steward of the things that you will one day inherit or pass on to others. A steward of the area God has given you for now.
b. A Mighty Man of Valor. Trustworthy in all areas. Willing to do what is right in all situations and a reputation for getting the job done.
c. A Man of War. You have been to battle. You have risked much for the sake of the Kingdom. Not afraid to risk your life.
d. Prudent In Speech. Not quick to speak but able to perceive and understand matters of importance and represent the Lord and your leaders well.
2. Talent is referred to once by skillful playing. Respect your gift well enough to practice and develop your skill. This will improve your playing and ministry by not distracting people with mistakes. It will also expand your musical abilities by increasing the options of what to play.
3. Appearance is mentioned once by the words "a handsome person". This is displayed in the way that you take care of yourself. Your health, your clothes, etc. Not to get carried away here but to appear in such a way as to not distract from your ministry.
4. Anointing can be referred to but the Lord is with him as well as the results of your playing. Mentioned once and meaning when you play, people are ministered to and healed.
Some may ask if talent, appearance and anointing are enough. I would say apparently not because the servant took time to list all seven.
Remember to show up with more than your talent. David arrived to bless Saul with a donkey loaded with bread, wine, and a young goat as a blessing to Saul. (1Sam. 16:20)
Build your prophetic reputation by not only being anointed and prophetic but also by building your character as well. Choose to be remembered like David who was not only the sweet psalmist of Israel (2 Sam. 23:1) and a prophet (Acts 2:30,) he was known by God's instructions as a man after His own heart. A true son.
Dean Mitchum, Worship Leader
Vision Church at Christian International
Website: www.deanmitchum.com
Email: dean@deanmitchum.com
Dean Mitchum serves as the Director of Worship Ministries for Bishop Bill Hamon of Christian International and as the Worship Pastor for Apostles Tom and Jane Hamon of Vision Church@ CI. He is a powerful, prophetic psalmist specializing in writing for the current moves of God, playing prophetically, and leading worship that changes the atmosphere. Dean is the author of Apostolic Kingdom Praise, The Tabernacle of God, and along with his wife Lisa, is the co-writer of more than 100 worship songs. Dean and his wife Lisa have been married 32 years and have five children and four grandchildren. They make their home near the beautiful emerald coast on the Florida panhandle.
Dean Mitchum's Itinerary:
May 27-28, 2016
The Sanctuary
Whitewater, WI 53190
Contact: 262-473-7472
June 11-12, 2016
Gathering Of The Davids
The Marketplace International Church
420 Cedar Street, Jesup, Ga. 31545
Contact: (912) 559-2636
July 20-24, 2016
Grace Fellowship International Church
Erie, PA
Contact: (814) 459-4722
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