Greg responds to a request for advice on how to move from a “listening for the voice of God” view to connecting with God in a way that’s biblically sound, discussing stages of Christian maturity and explaining how God matures Christians through suffering.

 

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What advice would you give to someone who’s transitioning from a “listening for the voice of God” view to connecting with God in a way that is biblically sound? (01:00)

Mentioned on the Show: 

The Ambassador’s Guide to the Voice of God (booklet) by Greg Koukl

Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 (online articles) by Greg Koukl

Newton on the Christian Life by Tony Reinke

A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis

Newton on How You Can Be Deceived While Reading the Bible by Amy Hall

Meaningful Suffering by Amy Hall (includes the hymn by John Newton on God’s use of suffering to mature Christians)

Related Links:

Why You Shouldn’t Lose Heart When Prayer Is Difficult by Amy Hall (quoting John Newton)

God’s Amazing Grace Could Only Have Been Revealed in a Fallen World by Amy Hall (on John Newton’s life)