The Power Of God's Whisper Podcast

When I tried to understand all this, it troubled me deeply till I entered the sanctuary of God; then I understood their final destiny. Psalm 73:16-17

Asaph was a man of deep faith. He had been chosen by God to lead the singing at the temple. He was very close to God and enjoyed a more intimate relationship with his maker than most people ever have. Yet, even as he served with such humility and devotion, he asked some not-so-simple questions. It’s often the case that those who are closest in relationship to God also suffer the most from being unable to see the big picture. They see injustice, suffering, chaos and sometimes they just give up.

Asaph had it all. Job-like trials, God’s patience, a beautiful family, and an esteemed position at the temple. But he still wasn’t satisfied. Why was there evil in the world!?! There is a wicked man who has everything going his way, but he has no love for God! How can that be?

Worship prepares the heart to hear God’s voice and to see things from His perspective. It changes our perceptions, our thoughts, and even our desires. Worship birthed the idea for the MyR2B podcast.

When our ultimate goal is in knowing God and not in getting what we think we need, it seems that all the barriers to hearing God’s voice will be broken. The closer a believer comes to God and the deeper his relationship with him, the more intelligible and powerful the voice of God becomes.

Do you want to hear God? Be willing to be silent. Instead of concentrating on what He is saying, concentrate on His presence alone. Don’t be satisfied until you can always feel His embrace.

Lord, it’s more important to me to know You than to get information from You. Help me to love You completely.

[Anna] and then was a widow until she was eighty-four.[a] She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. 38 Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem. LUKE 2:37-38

The story of Anna is one that can be applied to a lot of modern Christians. It is far more than just a story. It holds powerful truth that applies to Christians today as much as it did twenty centuries ago. The basic outline of the story is simple: Anna, an elderly widow, devoted herself to serving God and living a life of praise and worship.

Anna knew that this young child was special, and she wanted to tell everyone. She wanted to share her discovery. She just didn’t know how. What happened next, however, changed her from simply a witness to the birth of Christ into one of His earliest followers.

We may think of adoration and worship as separate issues from receiving God’s guidance, but they go hand in hand. When we spend our time adoring Him in gratitude and praise, our hearts synchronize with His. As we cultivate the relationship, we begin to hear and know things we didn’t expect to hear and know . . .

Adoration and worship are closely linked to actually hearing God. It’s not unlike the way a radio pick-up starts to work when you bring it near the radio station transmitter.

Our communion with Him is the power that changes us, that sets us apart, that enables us to hear and see what God wants. It’s the power that leads us into His presence and causes us to hear His voice.

Hearing God’s voice is not something that happens automatically. It’s a choice we make. When we are relaxed and focus on seeking nothing more than to know God's heart and enjoy Him, He will speak to us.

I to have tried before to hear the voice of God before I knew His heart...but He was not there. I learned when you spend time trying to listen for Him without simply enjoying Him, you miss His presence...100%.

Stop talking, and learn to "lean In"...because THAT...is how you hear a whisper.

Father, I pour out my love for You  —not because I want things from You, but because You are my priority. Let me enjoy Your goodness and seek Your heart above all else.

You must worship no other gods, for the LORD, whose very name is Jealous, is a God who is jealous about his relationship with you. EXODUS 34:14

FROM THE HEART OF GOD

“Jealousy is a painful emotion, and you may be surprised that I feel it. But I do. I have told My people repeatedly that I am jealous for their love. I even spoke through the prophets, saying that I burn with jealousy for My people. How could I not? I’ve told you that I am love; I have a love for you that is beyond your comprehension, a love that can’t be quenched. This explains all My other emotions: My anger (at anything that interferes with or distracts from My love), My joy (which celebrates those whom I love), My grief (which laments those who don’t receive My love or who miss its blessings), My hatred (which opposes everything that attempts to thwart My love), and yes, My jealousy (which is an expression of My desire for the exclusive affection of your heart). When I speak to you, you will hear My emotions for you in My words. They will come from a heart that wants your love.

“You need to know how I feel about you. You need to understand this jealous love I hold in My heart for you. If you don’t, you will receive My words of correction as a rebuke rather than as an invitation to come closer. You will receive My words of anger as a statement against you personally rather than as a statement against the things in your life that interfere with our relationship. You will think I’m driving you away when I’m actually removing from your life all that hinders and hurts you. My words need to come to you through true perceptions. You need to cling to the fact that everything I say to you comes from a heart of deep, intense love. Then you will hear without being offended or hurt. And you will see how everything I say draws you closer to Me.”

Lord, soften my heart to hear the love and jealousy behind Your words. Everything You say to me is for my good. Help me to receive Your words as an expression of limitless love.

This will be my third visit to you. “Every matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses. 2 CORINTHIANS 13:1

I was struggling, wondering if God had changed His mind about the calling He had given me. Numbers 23:19 rose up from my memory  —it declares that because God is not a man, He neither lies nor has any need to change His mind. 

So I printed the verse and taped it above my desk, perhaps trying to convince myself that it must be true in my situation. Every day  —no, numerous times a day  —I stared at the verse and repeated it emphatically to myself and to God, in case He needed any reminding about it. As the verse implies, He has never made a promise and not carried it through.

Yet, I had to keep reminding myself that God is faithful even when visible circumstances seem to indicate otherwise. A few days later, when I was struggling again, I asked some friends to pray and see if God was saying anything to them for me. 

They offered some encouraging words, and then one said, “I feel as if God wants you to know that He is not a man that He should lie, nor a son of man that He should change His mind.” 

I was floored. Not surprised, just blown away by the confirmation. God spoke directly to my heart through a friend who knew absolutely nothing about the struggle within my heart.

God is not reluctant to confirm His words to us, nor is He put off by our asking. A multitude of requests may indicate a lack of faith, but a sincere appeal for confirmation does not. His Word requires that accusations be confirmed by two or three witnesses; the same principle can apply to our hearing and our insecurities about it. Has He really spoken? 

Ask Him. He’ll say it again.

Lord, thank You for Your patience, not only to speak to dull ears like mine but to repeat Yourself when I’m not sure about what You said. I’m so grateful that You aren’t focused on my imperfect hearing; You’re focused on helping me understand.

Nathan replied to the king, “Go ahead and do whatever you have in mind, for the LORD is with you.” But that same night the LORD said to Nathan, “Go and tell my servant David, ‘This is what the LORD has declared: Are you the one to build a house for me to live in?’” 2 SAMUEL 7:3-5

Nathan, Jonah, And Hezekiah. All three stepped forward...then had to step back and retrace their steps.

It was not the way the prophet Nathan wanted to be known. His positive reputation was the result of his brave, courageous words in a dark moment for his nation. But interestingly, Nathan’s unexpected response to David provides a biblical example of how we should respond when God redirects our plans.

As godly as all three were, they had to fight the tendency to make absolute statements about what God was and wasn’t going to do. Nathan, Hezekiah, and Jonah were true prophets, but they knew their status didn’t prevent them from being incorrect at times.

As a true prophet of God, Nathan (for example...knew when to speak clearly, definitively, and without compromise. His words never wavered or changed. Every word from his mouth came from the Lord. But he knew there were times when bold assertions weren’t appropriate, and that quiet and gentle speech had not lost its power.

God isn’t surprised when His messengers get stuff wrong. He allows them to make mistakes and learn from their experience. In fact, this is a necessary part of the process. And sometimes He actually asks his messengers to change what he has already told them. This means that prophets will often receive a word that needs to be adjusted in some way.

When we listen for God’s voice, we must realize that we will inevitably misunderstand some things, sometimes even falling flat on our faces. But God is okay with that.

Like a toddler to his/her parents, we must be patient as we figure out how to understand God. We will eventually understand him well.

God never promised we would understand Him perfectly. Instead, He promised to be with us. And when we pray, He hears us and answers.

Lord, thank You for Your grace and patience as I learn Your voice. Help me learn to recognize it immediately, and guide me clearly when I don’t.

In the beginning, was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. JOHN 1:1 (NIV)

From the first pages of Scripture, God speaks.

From the beginning, God’s Word has consistently held true. God said, “Let there be light”, and the light was created, he continued until everything that exists today came into existence.

God does not go back on His promises to us. He calls out a people from among the nations and reveals His purposes through them.

When people are in danger, He hears their cries for help. He sends His prophets to deliver messages that we need in order to return to Him. And when He wants us to spend eternity with Him, He sends His only Son. The Son is also called "The Word." Clearly...God is not silent when we need answers.

And our God doesn’t stay silent. He is loud, He is powerful, and He is constantly speaking to all of us.

Some people tell me they don’t care if God still speaks today. They want to hear from Him personally. But the truth is, it’s hard to hear above the noise of life. Sure, you can read the Bible, but how are you supposed to know what He’s telling you?

I don’t know about you, but I want to hear from God. At the very least, I want to feel close to Him.

Did you know the Bible proclaims that an intimate relationship with God is something that you can experience every day?

The Bible also affirms that God is quite vocal. However, it also tells us that most of the time we are not really listening. It's a paradox: The Bible agrees that we have a lot to say but few who are willing to listen. This can be extremely frustrating.

If we want to be convinced that God still speaks, then we have to begin by believing He does. Then we can move on to step two: listening for Him.

If you’re serious about transforming from the couch potato to a marathon runner, your expectations have to be high. If you know Jesus is the Word, who always has something to say, you won't give up easily when it comes to hearing Him speak. Most of all, you’ll believe it! (a prerequisite to receiving anything from God. Faith opens our ears.

If we’re going to hear from God, we must expect to hear from Him. We can’t just accept what we think is good enough. We must have faith that He has something He wants to say to us.

This blog is about a powerful change of heart, a decision to believe that will take you far beyond just being lukewarm. It’s a commitment to live as fully and completely as God asks you to. It’s an awakening to the living, breathing King of kings and Lord of lords. And the good news is, He’s calling YOU into a relationship with Him. He calls YOU into the most incredible adventure, but one that is absolutely safe and secure. A friend who will always listen and never judge, who will shower you with infinite love and peace. Who wants to hear from you…NOW!

Believe Not Only That God Still Speaks...But That He Is Speaking To You: Do you believe God still speaks today? Do you believe that He is speaking to YOU? What if God's voice was just as clear as your best friend or a favorite family member? What if, when you took time to still your heart and listen, God could pour out the wisdom, strength, and guidance you need each moment? What if the greatest joy in your life was discovering how close Jesus really is?

Living Word...I know You are there. I have felt you in my heart. I have seen the signs. You are alive and well, and I want to learn about You. Open the eyes of my heart so I may see You with even more clarity. I believe in You…

Order the Israelites to turn back and camp by Pi-hahiroth between Migdol and the sea. Camp there along the shore. EXODUS 14:1-2 

The Israelites fleeing from Egypt were following the cloud and the fire of God closely. They had not deviated from His path. And where did it get them? They were led to an extremely vulnerable position at the edge of the Red Sea. 

There was no way to move ahead because of the sea, and no way to retreat because of Pharaoh’s pursuing army. God led them directly into a seemingly unsolvable predicament. That sounds just like Him, doesn’t it? 

He may sometimes make us “lie down in green pastures” (Psalm 23:2, NKJV), but He rarely leads us on smooth paths when He’s taking us somewhere. The way can be treacherous. If we followed our own logic, we would always make the seemingly wise decision to ensure our safety. But when we’re following God, we find ourselves walking in what appear to be unreasonable directions. 

God doesn’t always lead us away from visible dangers, though He promises to keep us safe. He doesn’t always lead us on a straight path, though He promises to get us where He wants us to be, no matter how many zigzags we take. From our limited perspective, God’s paths often have no rhyme or reason—until we look back on them, when we see how they made perfect sense. 

Just as the Israelites eventually celebrated their deliverance from an impossible situation, so will we. But we have to be led into impossible situations for a miraculous deliverance to happen. Don’t make the mistake of many who assume that unreasonable guidance isn’t from God. Apparent absurdity may very well be a mark of His leading. 

Not all unlikely paths are from Him, but much of His direction will certainly seem unlikely. The God whose ways are far above ours enjoys being unconventional. He thinks “outside the box” because boxes can’t contain Him. Surprising directions are His specialty. Lord, I’m listening for Your voice, and I’m not ruling out anything unless it contradicts Your character. 

No twist in the journey is beyond Your nature. Lead me into—and out of—any predicament You choose.

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