The Bible is filled with examples of God speaking to individuals on matters of broad significance and even just significance to them in their personal lives. He cares not only about His plans but also about each of His people. For those who have ears to hear Him, life is much more fulfilling as we share the journey with our creator.
Today I will list some of the ways in which the Bible shows us that God speaks to His people. I have pulled this summary largely from Hearing God’s Voice by Henry and Richard Blackaby. I recommend this book for further study on the topic of hearing from God.
Throughout the Bible God speaks through:
- Creation
- Angels (God’s messengers)
- Prophets and preaching
- Dreams and visions
- Gentle voice and dramatic events (e.g. burning bush that was not consumed (Moses), fire from heaven to light the sacrifice on the wet alter (Elijah), etc.)
- Signs and Miracles
- Unusual and unique events like talking donkey (Balaam) and writing on the wall (Daniel)
- Prayer
- Scripture
- Jesus Christ
- The Holy Spirit
- and many more…
God certainly has not limited himself in the ways in which He speaks to His people. God often uses communication that is personal and unique to each person. God never says anything that contradicts what He has already said in the Bible, and He usually confirms what He has said. If you seek wholeheartedly to hear Him, you will learn to discern the voice of God, identify ways He speaks, and respond to His revelations of His will. After you learn to listen to God, hearing from God will be as natural as communicating with a close friend.
I certainly do not have all the answers on how to hear from God. I am on the life-long journey to hear Him more clearly. I invite you to join me on this journey toward a more fulfilling life… a life where we can personally enjoy the love and guidance of our creator more intimately.
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