Welcome to another episode of the Health for the Spirit, Soul, and Body Blog from Doxa Missions. Today, we're looking at a topic close to the heart of every believer: You Can Hear His Voice.
Not too long ago, I had an interesting encounter at my office. A patient I hadn’t seen for a while shared that while watching television in another room, he heard my voice and recognized it immediately. He called a family member to confirm it, but he was certain it was me. This got me thinking. Just as we can easily recognize the voice of someone we know well, we can also recognize the voice of God—if we are attuned to it.
Recognizing God's Voice
It’s fascinating that many of us, even when we don’t know God very well, can sometimes sense when He is speaking to us. I’ve experienced moments in my life where something happened, and I confidently told someone, “That was just God.” The circumstances were so clear that I was willing to argue that it couldn’t have been anyone or anything else.
But here’s the thing: a lot of believers struggle with this. Many Christians are unsure of their ability to hear God or recognize His voice. We worry that we won’t be able to discern when the Spirit of God is speaking to us. Yet Jesus Himself assured us of this truth in John 10:27:
"My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me." (John 10:27 KJV)
As followers of Christ, we are His sheep. And sheep know their shepherd’s voice. The key here is familiarity. The more we spend time with the Lord, the more we will know when He’s speaking to us.
God Speaks in Many Ways
God is always communicating with His people. The question is, are we listening? God’s voice can come to us in various ways:
Through prophets and ministers who share His word.
Through dreams and visions that reveal His heart.
Through an audible voice that we can physically hear.
Through other people, sometimes unknowingly, who speak words of wisdom or confirmation.
Most importantly, through the Word of God, which is alive and powerful.
One of the most comforting truths is that we have the Holy Spirit with us, guiding and teaching us every step of the way. Jesus promised us this in John 14:26:
"But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you." (John 14:26 KJV)
The Holy Spirit is constantly speaking, reminding us of God’s truth, and helping us navigate life according to His will.
How to Hear God’s Voice
Hearing God’s voice is a privilege for every believer. Romans 8:14 tells us:
"For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God." (Romans 8:14 KJV)
This means that as children of God, we are meant to be led by His Spirit. But how do we position ourselves to hear His voice?
Faith: First, we need to believe that God speaks to us. We receive this ability by faith, trusting that the Lord desires to communicate with us personally.
Study and meditate on the Word: Joshua 1:8 gives us the blueprint for how to become familiar with God’s voice:
"This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success." (Joshua 1:8 KJV)
When we spend time in the Scriptures, we begin to recognize how God speaks. His voice will never contradict what He has already revealed in His Word. The more we immerse ourselves in the Bible, the more we’ll be able to discern His voice in our lives.
Obedience: It’s not enough to hear God’s voice; we must also act on it. Be obedient to what you find in the Word, even when it’s challenging. As James 1:22 tells us:
"But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves." (James 1:22 KJV)
When we obey God’s Word consistently, we begin to mature spiritually, and our inner ear becomes more attuned to His voice. Before long, recognizing His voice will be as easy as recognizing the voice of a friend or loved one.
The Holy Spirit: Our Guide and Comforter
The beauty of our relationship with God is that He doesn’t expect us to figure it all out on our own. The Holy Spirit is here to help us, teaching us how to listen, recognize, and follow God’s voice.
When you feel unsure or afraid that you’re missing His voice, remember that God is faithful. The Spirit will remind you of His words and lead you in the right direction. The more we practice listening and obeying, the more confident we’ll become in hearing from God.
Conclusion
God wants us to know His voice, and we can trust that, as His sheep, we will hear it. Let’s make a commitment to actively listen for His voice, studying His Word and obeying His commands. The more familiar we become with God through His Word, the clearer His voice will be in our everyday lives.
What about you? Have you had moments where you knew God was speaking to you? Share your experiences in the comments below. Let’s grow together as we learn to hear and follow the voice of our Shepherd.
Thank you for joining us on this episode of the Health for the Spirit, Soul, and Body Blog from Doxa Missions. Remember, You Can Hear His Voice, and He is always speaking. Keep your heart open and your spirit ready to respond.
Share your thoughts or experiences of hearing God's voice in the comments. How have you learned to recognize when He is speaking to you?
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