The purpose of the prophet in a single paragraph

"Throughout Israel's history, the rise of prophets invariably preceded and paralleled repentance and restoration, or tragically and most often, destruction and dispersion, both of which, are a manifestation and confirmation of God's judgment. In other words, the rise of prophets is not something to boast about, but rather, an indictment upon the household of God. The Charismatics think this is some evidence of spiritual renewal. Well, it may be a renewal of fleshly entertainment by false prophets, but true prophets are not raised up for the sake of cheap thrills and to affirm the people of God in their pseudo-spirituality." (END)

That burns and scalds me but so be it.

You bet he was.
The purpose of the prophet is to deliver a warning, a word, a correction, a message to the body of Christ and to the world.

[in one sentense.]