The Gift of Tongues
One of the most controversial spiritual gifts mentioned in the New Testament is the gift of speaking in tongues. Although many people have rejected the idea that God speaks to and through us in this way, I’ve found that there is a great benefit to those who practice this gift. The language we speak when we operate in this gift allows us to communicate directly with God. The Holy Spirit enables us to speak a…
How God Speaks Through Our Emotions
In my work, I frequently transport people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. Many of them are homeless. I’d like to say that I have a heart full of compassion and love for them, but if I said that, I would be lying. To be honest, I don’t have a lot of natural affection for these people. I’ve been on the receiving end of my share of violence and abuse from some of my…
Is Reading the Bible Sufficient?
This post is from the chapter “Misconceptions and Myths”, where I answer the most common objections people have about hearing God’s voice. “God speaks to us through the Bible. We don’t need anything more.” God does without question speak to us through the Bible. The scriptures have been given to us for correction, for doctrine, for instruction in righteousness, and for encouragement. The Bible is indispensable as a guide that points us to God. But…
Hearing God’s Voice Made Simple
If we want to hear God’s voice, we must come to expect that when we turn our attention toward Him, He will turn His attention toward us. One of the most difficult lessons of learning to hear His voice is getting past the bias we have that makes us think He doesn’t care about us. If your parents didn’t pay attention to you when you were a child, you may have learned to expect rejection…
Not Hearing From God?
After I was saved, I had a dramatic experience where I was able to hear the voice of God very clearly for a span of about six weeks. During that time His voice was unmistakably clear, but gradually it faded to a barely detectable whisper. I began attending a church, reading the bible and I listened to audio sermons online. This was a time of having my mind established in the foundational truths of Christianity…