Peter points out in his book, 2 Peter 1:21, "For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost."

2 Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth, we are commanded in the bible.

One-quarter of the Bible is prophecy, so it is an important part of God's message to us. So if we want to understand our part in this generation we need to become familiar with the message of the coming Kingdom of God.

^"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness", 
2 Timothy 3:16.

      Prophecies were supernaturally given to the writer by the divine will of God.

The purpose of Bible prophecy is to make clear God's continued plan of redemption for us through His Son Jesus Christ our Messiah.