Listening for God's Voice: A Discipleship Guide to a Closer Walk

Discusses how we can confirm that it is God speaking, rather than one of the other voices in our heads -- the world, the flesh, the devil, or the conscience. Examines Gideon's fleece and asking for signs, working with a buddy or mentor, knowing the scriptures, and clarifying our own desires, etc.

Now we explore heart preparation for listening for God, beginning with the boy Samuel (1 Samuel 3:1-10). Emphasizes a willingness to obey and follow instructions, the subtlety of pride, and the centrality of the relationship rather than the supposed "novelty" of God's voice.

Many times God's voice is in more in promptings or nudges or just "no," rather than in articulate sentences. We examine Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8:26-40), Paul and Silas seeking where to preach (and not to preach) on the Second Missionary Journey (Acts 16:6-10), David inquiring of the Lord, and other everyday nudges.

Explores how God speaks in words and sentences to guide and encourage his servants. A study of Elijah's 'still small voice,' plus words of encouragement to Paul and others.

Discusses the examples of Jesus' own dependence upon the Father, how he ministered in the power of the Spirit, promises of the Holy Spirit to us (John 14-16), and how the Spirit reveals the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2:9-16).

Discusses basics of God's voice, such as; God's interest in our affairs, our worthiness, the authority and sufficiency of Scripture, need for obedience, going off the deep end, and the value of a mentor, spiritual partner, and a notebook.

Outlines the author's approach to understanding God's voice.