If you restrict yourself only to what you already know and like, you are trying to limit god, just as i did on iona. Read and share these three resources about hearing gods voice to grow closer to him and find peace in knowing hes there for you. Word booklet hearing god speak free bible booklets. Jun 23, 2014 and god replied, bob, i sent you a truck, a boat, and a helicopter what more did you want. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc. One of the main waysthough not the only wayhe speaks is through the bible. The book of acts is the birth of the new testament church. Transform and deepen your relationship with your heavenly father starting today. He is the founder of communion with god ministries and christian leadership university, where the voice of god is at the center of every learning experience. Learn how to hear god a journey through the book of acts this is the first workbook released as a tandem resource for god speaks bible. According to the blackabys, god speaks to individuals in ways that are personal and unique to each person. God speaks to individuals in ways that are personal and unique to each person. Leighann mccoy shares that although god doesnt usually speak audibly, he is always speaking the. Not because hearing gods voice is no longer possible in our present day.
I often have dreams but how can i know which ones are from god. Aug 06, 2015 an afternoon in the park with my family caused me to wonder what it would be like to hear god s voice with my own ears. Based on the highly popular and successful book, how to hear gods voice, this. Im kytia lamour, and in this video, i talk about the changes i had to make in order to hear god s voice more clearly as i became a young adult. All scripture is god breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness 2 timothy 3. Apr 03, 2017 over the years, i have learned that the secret to hearing gods voice is not that complicated. First, god speaks by his word and by his spirit, always in agreement with one another, never out of line with the character or nature of god. Id recommend you do that in a morning set the alarm 15 minutes earlier if you need to and slowly read through whole bible, books from both testaments, over the course of several. This updated classic, originally published in 1984 as in search of guidance, provides rich spiritual insight into how we can hear god s voice clearly and develop an intimate partnership with him in the work of his kingdom. A womans guide to hearing gods voice baker publishing group. All testimonies in this book are related to things the lord jesus has spoken directly to sister hatcher, either audibly. Ive been deeply blessed by the personal and prescriptive words of mark batterson in whisper. In the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god.
Whether you are a new believer or a longtime follower of christ creating an atmosphere to hear god speak. Hillsong new york city pastor identifies and deconstructs the most common myths about how god communicates and then provides clear tools to accurately. But rather because hearing gods voice is imagined by many, and perhaps by you, to be something mystical and deep when it really isnt. God is quite busy in their lives, and they are extraordinarily open to receiving his consoling word. I cant hear god speak, therefore i dont qualify for god to speak to me. Hearing god and prophetic ministry is meant to be a function in our lives and community.
Hearing god speak god the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow do you wonder why god spoke to people in biblical days and does not speak to you. You may hear god differently than others because we are all uniquely created by god and have different gifts and styles. He is known for his daily prophetic words, spirit connection. James goll takes readers on an adventure into the heart of what it means to hear god, and how to do it. The bible is the word of god and therefore, when we read the bible, we hear gods voice. Based on classic experiencing god principles, hearing god s voice is for those ready to listen. But to say that god cant speak through any kind of music but the music you know and love is just as ludicrous as my demanding that he speak to me precisely when and where i dictated. What is compelling to me is to go to the scriptures and to show in the scriptures where such a thing is a discipline. If you have ever doubted whether god still speaks to his people today, as he did to the prophets of old, in this book, you will witness many testimonies, revealing that the lord still speaks. There is a deep spontaneous flow of the holy spirit deposited in our new spirit that we received at salvation. Hearing and recognizing gods voice he who is of god hears gods words.
One of the most powerful christian books i have ever read is this wonderful book by peter lord. Most of us dont have those kinds of encounters, so we find ourselves looking for skills to help us hear from god. Not believing god speaksif a person does not believe god speaks, then he or she will ignore what god could be clearly speaking. The best way to hear gods voice is through reading, studying, and meditating on his word. To hear some people tell it, they speak with god on a regular basis and are constantly being given direction on what they should do. Robby gallaty describes disciplines that have shaped his own life as well as the lives of many others. Many christians believe that god will speak to people directly, and many believe they have had the experience of. This book reveals all the ways that god speaks throughout the book of acts. In my training courses, books and blogs i answer these questions by helping people to learn to discern. In fact, this is a misunderstood aspect of how god speaks.
Creating an atmosphere to hear god speak gallaty, robby on. The point of the story, of course, is that, while god might on occasion speak directly to us, more often he speaks to us through other people. This book crosses every denominational divide in showing each and every one of us that this close connection is possible. Why others hear god speak to them and you do not hear him speak to you. Hearing god speak by mark barnes evangelical magazine. Pastor robert morris of gateway church has written a book to help you hear the voice of god. God wants everyone to hear his voice clearly, and its possible to do so. You will experience how the lord has shown his love for children, as he saved them from the hands of death. That speaking may come in a variety of forms, but it is willards opinion that above all, what must hold. From the first time i heard this man speak in my church over twenty years ago ive been impressed by his ministry. God intends for you to figure out his will freely and intelligently as you engage in regular conversations with him. If youve ever longed to hear the voice of god, this book is an essential guide. God wants to speak to us and will speak to us because we are his children.
Im just simply saying if the question is does god speak to us today, then for you to say god spoke to me is not a compelling argument because you are assuming what you are trying to provethat god is speaking. Packed full of practical steps and godly wisdom, whisper is one of those books you wont be able to put down. It was the second day of our michigan vacation and there was rain. I used to have a joke that expressed my longing to hear gods voice clearly. God speaks learn how to hear god a journey through the. Of course, you could be one of the lucky ones like moses, who was walking up the mountain, minding his own business, when he stumbled upon the burning bush.
Hearing gods voice made simple the kingdom of god made simple book 3 ebook. Does it seem like everyone else can hear god except you. From genesis to revelation, people heard god s voice and saw visions. Hearing god speak devotional reading plan youversion bible.
This is where we connect with the holy spirit within us coming to a place of peace, quiet, calm and rest. Beloved author henry blackaby and his son richard help those who are listening to discern the voice of god, to identify ways he speaks, and to respond to his revelations of his will. By pastor jim witteveen introduction in the five years that ive been active as a missionary, ive had many people speak to me about hearing the voice of god. Its a healthy habit to prayerfully reflect on a portion of scripture every day. Hearing god is but one dimension of a richly interactive relationship, and obtaining guidance is but one facet of hearing god. The bible itself declares, in the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god john 1. Hearing to thoughts hearing in the realm of the spirit world his still small voice hearing direct, 1st person speech hearing dark, riddled speech perceiving mens thoughts superimposed speech god s audible voice mini lessons about hearing ears mini lessons are shortened, condensed lessons. When i say learn that means it takes practice and time to develop and mature. Perspectives on hearing gods voice kindle edition by medic, praying, blain, lydia. Does god speak to people today and if so how does he speak to us.
Then it is a very easy step to go further and say, because i dont hear god speak to me, therefore god does not speak today. The very first followers of christ had an amazing experience with the scriptures. If you wonder how to hear from god, here are 10 ways. If god is going to speak into your life, its vital youre listening. Based on classic experiencing god principles, hearing gods voice is for those who are ready to listen. Every day, adam and eve heard god s voice and lived out of it. It combines some fabulous hearing god stories with rocksolid theology. Creating an atmosphere to hear god speak is a discipleship toolbox for anyone seeking a deeper relationship with god. Hearing the voice of god, following the word of god. Over the course of this journey, both beginners and those who have been listening to god for years will explore biblical principles about prayer, starting from square one. By design, the way you hear best from god is in the context of a friendship with him. Based on classic experiencing god principles, hearing god s voice is for those who are ready to listen.
Just because god might speak to one person more clearly does not make them special or. Oct 14, 20 i am always rather in awe of the spiritual lives of others as they have been related to me. You may hear gods voice through worship, through the bible and through the ordinary circumstances of your live. It is exciting to see god speaking to his people through angels, signs, wonders, miracles, the holy spirit, prophets, men who preached the word and many other ways. When youre seeking help, you dont need special words or gimmicks. Hearing god through your dreams by dr mark virkler, 9780768409970, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. In this new 7day devotional, john piper unpacks key verses that refocus our hearts on the wonder that god speaks to us. Mark virkler has written more than 50 books in the areas of hearing gods voice and spiritual growth. Yet, many of gods children dont recognize his voice. If a person says, god told me or the spirit led me to do such and such, and the action taken is contrary to scripture, we can be sure the person is mistaken. Hearing god speak in the storms prayer, reverence and honor matt. Developing a conversational relationship with god, hopes to prove that as with all close personal relationships, we can surely count on god to speak to each of us when and as it is appropriate, 10. Doug addison is a prophetic speaker, author and coach.
God s will is to be personally present with you and speaking with you moment by moment as you go through life. Hearing god s voice in the bible in his book knowing god, j. When i wanted to know what to do in a specific situation, i used to say i wished that god would hire a cute little plane to skywrite guidance for me. You dont have to be a prophet to hear the voice of god. We can also hear god s voice as god speaks through other people. Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed proverbs 15. Hearing god speak he speaks to us through the bible the bible itself claims. They actually heard the spirit of god speak to them through the scripture writings, and god used them to teach them truth, keep them on the right path, train them in righteousness, and equip them for the good work. Hearing god speak is an important part of your christian walk. God never says anything contravening what he has already said in the bible, and he usually confirms what he has said. He uses scriptural references to clarify his points.
Many, many christians confess with their mouth that they cannot, or, do not hear god speak to them. Having met brother peter and heard him preach he was even a guest in my home when i was a child i have always been blessed by his ministry. Hearing the voice of god seeks to impart upon every man, woman and child that they are not alone or separate from god. As you read the bible, you allow the holy spirit to speak through.
487 576 589 1434 1579 653 787 771 189 716 277 1566 738 1608 354 1447 269 1550 729 288 938 689 103 752 746 249 973 8 1367 1144 336 1381 418 511 1046 864 897 887 963 763 474 710