Elders govern the church; prophets do not — prophets are not appointed to an ongoing office

Elders are appointed in every church; prophets are not appointed to churches. Anyone who prophesies can just do it — no appointment needed because it is not an ongoing office with authority in the local church. Prophesying does not carry authority until it is ratified by others. Mike critiques Bethel-style church structures where prophets hold governing positions.