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QUENTIN SAID

Ok, how does God speak to you? For me after praying, meditating it comes as a sense of knowing an answer.....How about you?
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How can you unterstand a thing unless you know it?
How can you know a thing unless you understand it?

AGUEST SAID

Great question, dear Q (the greatest of love and peace to you!), thank you! The MOST Holy One of Israel, JAH of Armies speaks to me through the voice (initially, outside of me, but now inside me) that I have come to know as that of His Son and Christ, the Holy One of Israel, JAHESHUA, the Chosen One of JAH (MischaJah). After learning this, it is the only voice of this type that I now listen to (John 10:5, 27). Unless, of course, they say THEY have come in the name of that One (for example, Michael; even so, I still ask him so as to be sure!), because I do hear others (1 Corinthians 12:10). Hear... but don't listen to.

I look forward to reading others' experiences on this. Again, thank you and peace to you!
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DING SAID

Receiving insight into some scripture I didn't really understand before, especially a personal application.

Even then I think we need to be cautious about our conclusions.

Cult leaders like the various WT presidents got so enamored of their "insights" into a handful of scriptures that they twisted the meaning of the rest of the Bible to make everything fit into their theological system.

We can make similar errors if we are convinced that we have received a definitive word from God and fail to consider the possibility that we might be wrong.

AGUEST SAID



If we claim to have so received, dear Ding (peace to you!)... without knowing or acknowledging that it came from God THROUGH HIS SON... then we ARE wrong - without a doubt. Because he is God's Word and the Most Holy One of Israel now only speaks to us through/by means OF that Son. He used to speak through His Prophets... who received from that Word, as well, but that is no longer the case... because by giving HIS life, the Son basically removed the "curtain" that stood between us and God... which was replaced by HIM, he who is now that "Door/Gate."

Yes, one runs the risk of falsely prophesying; however, if what one is sharing IS from the Christ such a risk is not that easy. To the contrary, one runs a greater risk of NOT sharing the message and so, as was intimated to Peter, NOT loving Christ (by means of not "feeding" his sheep).

So, of course, one must make sure to "test the inspired expression 'to see if it originates with God'" because not all such expressions do. If one loves Christ, however, as a result of one KNOWING... and being known BY Christ... then one will know who it is that is speaking. For example, if I know YOU... quite intimately... then if someone said to me, "Well, dear Ding told me such and such and I'm sharing it with you," but that such and such is so foreign to what I know about you... I would have to reject it until and until I heard it from you yourself.

If, however, it was something I, knowing YOU, KNEW you would say, then I won't have that conflict, at all.

For me, my Lord has not lied to me, yet. Not ever, not since I understood it WAS him speaking. And so, even if he tells me something that makes perfect sense to me, but I KNOW others will have a hard time with... I leave it to him to help them "receive" it. Without the expectation that many, let alone a few, WILL receive.

Because he also said that "the world" would NOT be able to receive the spirit that he would send. I may necessarily not "like" that, but he doesn't tell me to share only that which I like.

I hope this helps and, again, peace to you!
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SA

AGUEST SAID

Although not precisely what we're discussing here, the following from Paul to Timothy comes to my mind:

"For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. Rather, [color=#0040FF]join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God. He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ [Jesus] before the beginning of time, but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ [Jesus], who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.[/color]"2 Timothy 1:7-12

That "gospel"... is the GOOD news as to the spirit of God, what it is, how it works with, for, and IN us... that it is available to ANY who wish and ask for it (for the right purpose - building up the Body of Christ/temple of God)... through Christ, the Tree of LIFE, who gave HIS life so that we may RECEIVE it... and live... forever... by means OF it.

Peace to you all!

A slave of Christ,

SA

JUSTMOM SAID

Good evening dear Q

On occasions it still is a feeling in "my gut" that I know is right. But more and more, when I am not so distracted with 'life' and I am so much because of my flesh....
It is a voice inside of me that speaks as well. It does sound alot like you. He even talks like me a lot, humors the way i do and CALLS me on the carpet ALL the time.

Example/ I may be thinking/judging something/someone and I hear him say "Don't go there, you, know you'll regret it. Then you'll just be mad at yourself because you will owe an apology. Why have a problem? YOU DO IT!"
Many times I may ask and immediately a pictue is put before me which explains it. Or he may walk me through something in conversation with a picture or versus I know of.

But it is awesome to know we do not NEED anything/or anyone as our mediator but HIM> I am so thankful that he is so kind and patient with me.
Hope this too may help

Love justmom

TEC SAID

Also through His Son, though I did not always recognize or know this.

Sometimes He speaks to me in images. Like a picture that helps me to understand something, perhaps in the same way as Justmom above. Sometimes He speaks to me in words... this comes from within me, but I hear it also... just hear it like an inner voice. Sometimes He asks me a question in answer to something I am wondering, and that makes the answer clear. Sometimes He points me to a scripture to help me see the answer to something.

Sometimes He speaks to me in a feeling, such as granting comfort over something I worried about. Sometimes He grants me understanding... sort of like a knowing; a spirit to spirit communication.

There is no specific or set time for me, as to when He speaks to me. Sometimes while praying; sometimes while answering something someone has asked; sometimes at once when I ask something (be that in bed, doing dishes, driving, out and about, whatever)... and sometimes much later after I have asked or wondered about something.

The more faith I put into what I hear from Him and the more I share what I hear, the more understanding I find that I am given. Sometimes it happens so fast... hearing more and more and more, all on the heels of one another.

I don't tend to doubt when He speak to me. I am learning to recognize Him and His voice. Sometimes I wonder about other things I hear, some things that might just be me and my insights... but I do know it when He is speaking to me. His voice is different than any other voice... not necessarily just in the way it sounds, but in the way it feels.

Peace,
tammy

WATERSPROUT SAID

The Most Holy One of Israel speaks to me through His Son Jaheshua.... His voice comes from within and will calm, reassure and teach me things... Although I can be more than a little dense when the Master is trying to teach me, but He always has the patience to wait until I GET it! LOL!

Jaheshua speaks to me not only from within, but by dreams and those ''gut'' feeling's we all get.


Peace

PSACRAMENTO SAID

God speaks to us in ways we can understand, He accommodates Himself to US at any given time.
God knows when He must speak through words, through others, through whatever God knows we need to understand.
What God doesn't do is coming crashing into our lives forcing Himself upon Us.
He is the voice of a gentle whisper, the strength of all that we thought we couldn't endure, He is the presence of Love that we don't think we deserve.
Our Lord speaks to Us now then we THINK He should, but we we are able to listen to Him.

How do we know that it is Our Lord?
Our Lord is Love and in Him there is no hate, no dark, there is only light, love and strength.
Any message, any "voice" contrary to love is NOT our Lord's voice.

QUENTIN SAID

"The still small voice of God.".......Thank you for your comments....
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Vinegar tasts better in freedom
than honey in slavery

How can you unterstand a thing unless you know it?
How can you know a thing unless you understand it?

THENOBLELODGE SAID

It's a voice coming from deep within, sometimes quite quiet, other times quite strong and firm. Just according to how much trouble I'm in,

I also get feelings, for instance when some one speaks of their beliefs/faith I get a feeling as to whether it sits right with me or not, it's like I'm being guided

I have had dreams that have brought comfort and have helped me know that everything is ok.
It's a journey.... no doubt about it.

Peace

LEANN SAID

I haven't commented on this thread yet, basicly because I really didn't know how to answer it. But I think it is a great question, for many whom hear him, I think there is a curosity of is it similar experience for others.

I could really relate to how many of you describe his voice, that it is quiet and calm, interior and still. During those times there is nothing more peaceful than in his presense and you feel like you could stay there forever, or at least wish you could. Time is not present.

At first much of the times were more disjointed. My mind would leave the place and get jumbled. It took some time before I learned to 'sit down'. It also took sometime to learn that the 'conversation' doesnt end. He is always there, and will pop into my conscious mind as the same feeling I get when you have a gut feeling.

To be honest, anytime I get that feeling, even if it seems just wacky or insignificant, I do what it says. There have been way too many times I have ignored it, and I end up saying, "yeah, I know you told me and I didn't listen".

Dreams have always been a part of my life, and I have learned to be patient when trying to understand them, The same as any images he gives while awake. I find those times harder than when it comes in a dream.

I also could identify with the person who said they get 'feelings' from others. For me it is much like a sampling of who they are. Like taking a bit of pie. Sometimes it is pleasant others not so much. The accompanying feelings especially if they are in pain, can overtake my own. This used to scare me, and I tried to avoid it much of my life. However understanding why it happens and how it is to be used has helped me tremendously and fear is no longer a factor. Sometimes the 'sample' will be just emotion, other times it includes color, images, or words.

Much love to you all. Thank you for opening up and sharing something so private.

Much Love
LeAnn

JUSTMOM SAID




Enjoyed your post. Thank you. This is why it says "We are ONE body" different members, but all needed to function for the glory of Jah."
Our spirit is One spirt
Thanks again justmom

WILLIAM SAID


Posted: Fri Sep 14, 2012 12:44 am Post subject:
Honestly, I don't hear anything. I just always try to do the right thing which is usually selfless and sometimes excruiciating. It's more of a feeling than a voice for me.

AGUEST SAID




Greetings, dear William, and WELCOME (peace to you!).

I always hesitate to comment when folks say it's [kinda like] a feeling... because it has always been a voice with me (although I didn't always know who it was and sometimes it is also outside of me). The earliest time I can remember was when I was about 3 years old and "it" told me that playmate was going to seriously hurt me. I didn't listen and ended up with my left palm sliced when that playmate snatch a broken OJ bottle from my hand.

I sometimes wonder if what I am experiencing IS what others say they are experiencing. I don't doubt that they DO have "feelings" as described, but I have to honestly say that for me is it NOT a feeling. My feelings are actually pretty different from the voice, as well as more connected to me, my heart, my brain, etc. The voice, however, is totally separate, an entirely different "person" which has identified himself to me.

I am offering this because I think some folks get confused when I share what I hear and from what Source. For me, Christ's words at John 10:3, 5, 14, 27 are what I am talking about... literally.

Again, welcome, and peace to you!
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Su sirviente, compañera de estudios, y un esclava de Cristo,

SA