Prophesy

I was in a group last night talking about prophesy, about the prophetic still being alive and in the works today.  I must say that there has been a lot of things said to me in the prophetic sense that I have been very sketchy about.  I do believe that the Lord can use someone as a mouthpiece to correct, edify, or comfort someone. I believe in the supernatural power of the Lord.  I believe that these are true and worthwhile of sharing with you. I was just wondering what your beliefs were on this subject.  We are called to test the prophesy by truth.  Here are a few guidelines to go by:1. What is the fruit of the life of the prophet.2. Does the prophesy glorify God.3. Does the prophesy agree or line up with the scriptures.4. Is the prophesy fulfilled.5. Is the prophesy  confusing or disjointed.6. Does the prophesy produce liberty or bondage.7. Does the prophesy bear witness with our spirits. Why a prophesy is important:1. Brings life.2. Gives spiritual vision3. Edifies or comforts4. Brings revival or restoration5. Guides you where one needs to go in Christ. Now, I didn’t come up with this information on my own by any means.  It came from a ministry that I am a part.  I wanted to know what your thoughts are about it.  Do you still believe that a prophesy is for today?  Do you believe that there are prophets?