Throughout a normal day we are bombarded with messages, noise and distractions. So many people and advertisers are trying to get our attention in some very creative ways.
But more core then all that noise is Jesus trying to connect and communicate with us. He desires to direct and lead us. Jesus is called the “Word” in the bible, and words are about communication.
In my last message, Breaking the Labels that Bind, I said that Jesus wants to give us a new name and confirm our true identity. In order to do this we need to hear from Him. Below are a few suggestions in how to be able to better hear Jesus’ voice:
- Take time alone to listen
- Get in a quiet place (I prefer to be around nature when I do)
- Start by worshipping Him
- Ask Him to speak and just wait
- Be sensitive to any sense of direction or thoughts that pop into your head.
- Sometimes Jesus speaks by bringing back a memory or reminding you of
———-a scripture you previously memorized.
- Take time to slowly read the bible and see if anything jumps out at you.
- Pray before you go to sleep and invite Him to speak to you in your dreams.
- Have your small group pray for you as you seek to hear.
Do you have any other suggestions that have helped you?
