è God speaks today!

è We Have the Spirit of Truth in us

• He speaks …. John 16:13

• He declares what the Father has granted the Son! (John 16:14, 15)

 Reveals our identity and our inheritance in Christ [affirmation, ability and authority]

• Hindrances to hearing (static)

 Internal …. Mind (collects info from spirit, brain); will; emotions

 World-system …. “Under the influence” (1 John 5:19)

 Devil …. Mark 4:15 – satan/immediately

è Practical Helps!

• Approach by faith: Hebrews 11:6

 James 1:5,6; [“at work in you”; Philippians 2:13]

• Approach via Thanksgiving/Praise

 Worship: changes atmosphere of inner man!

• Invite/Desire (Revelation 3:20)

 His fellowship, communion