how do you distiniguish God's voice?

[mzhotniz86]

hello all i wanted to know how to tell which voice is God's. I've been through a series of events lately, that have really damaged me emotionally and mentally. when im trying to make hard decisions or figure things out, i have all these thoughts and ideas that spring on me all at once. sometimes im very depressed, and theres a voice that comforts me. its almost like my minds way of healing itself. something tells me that i will be ok and that i have to be strong and be obedient. are these things something God would say? im sorry if my question sounds silly, its hard for me to elaborate without getting too deep into my situation. sometimes i cant tell the difference between being nice to someone who doesnt deserve it, and being plan dumb. i always get confused with the phrase "turn the other cheek" and i end up being the nice guy all over again. does satan use scriptures to attack us?

 

[nychaelasymone]

I'm sorry you are going through. Satan knows the Bible very well and can be very crafty. There are several books and CD's that discuss hearing the voice of God and the things in life that keep us from hearing him clearly. I would like to encourage you to seek some study tools. Check out www.fbcglenarden.org and Pastor Jenkin's series on Hearing the Voice of God.

 

[mzhotniz86]

I'm sorry you are going through. Satan knows the Bible very well and can be very crafty. There are several books and CD's that discuss hearing the voice of God and the things in life that keep us from hearing him clearly. I would like to encourage you to seek some study tools. Check out www.fbcglenarden.org and Pastor Jenkin's series on Hearing the Voice of God.

thank you. yes, i was told a long time ago that the devil knows God's word and can twist it around to use against you. just like when he approached Jesus on top of the mountain when he was fasting.thats why in certain situations, i have to base my decisions on logic. cause sometimes going with my heart is the wrong thing to do. i've also been told that confusion is a tool the devil uses to trick us

 

[SEMO]

You learn to know God's voice by knowing His word (the Bible). He won't tell you anything that's contradicted in the Bible. Also, in the course of your walk with God you'll probably makes some mistakes (thought something was from God and it wasn't).

The important thing is to remember that there is no condemnation in Christ. So if you start having thoughts about your being so unworthy for missing God's will than you can be sure that's not from God. God shows you where you're wrong and then restores you. The devil kicks you while you're down and attempts to bury you under guilt and condemnation. You have to resist those attacks with the armor of God (Ephesians 6).

 

[Ms.Honey]

God's voice has neither tone nor pitch. His voice is not audble,you can't here it with your natural ear. You won't hear a bass,tenor, alto or soprano tone. When He spoke to Israel, it it said His voice sounded like thundering and lightenings. Elijah describes it as a still small voice.The closest explanation I can think of is that His voice is clear.
Also, His Word is never going to be contrary to the bible. As you grow as a Christian you be better able to distinguish it.

 

[kayte]

Thank you for your courageous share.

For me, I know it's God's voice when whatever I am hearing inspires or compels me to draw even closer to God...with the Word...other Christians..Meditation..going to a church service...words of love praise to God...anything that causes me to seek God and God's healing Love and Truth and Wisdom
is of God.

If you are hearing words of love and comfort...God is Love!

Turning the other cheek can simply mean releasing it all in prayer to God praying for the willingness to forgive that person....while refusing to get re-involved with someone's ill or abusive treatment. The Bible says guard your heart ..do not go with an angry person and Jesus said this ...do not throw your pearls before swine or they may turn and trample you....
if I am turning my cheek,but, labeling myself, as the nice guy ..it could mean I may need to take a step back first....and re-examine what or even ...if ...I am able to give on that level..imho

I try to remember to pray for wisdom..and discernment.
When I get confused I also try to remember the verse from Timothy that we are given not over to fear, but of sound mind, power and love.

I also know that is the time to put on the full armor..such as the above list...Some one suggested study resources... I also seek small groups in my church and spiritual counseling from a trusted pastor and I actively particiapte in spontaneous prayer-partnering via prayer lines.... here are two that are open 24/7

World Ministry of Prayer 1-800-421-9600

Silent Unity.......................1-800-669-7729

Take heart & be blessed...

 

[mzhotniz86]

thank you all for your advice. i need all the prayer and guidance i can get right now. i just went to church on sunday and thought this week was going to be great. it definitely did not start out that way. i think my problem is that i stay in situations that are not healthy for me, and think that i can handle it on my own. i get tossed up between doing the right thing and letting God have his way and being patient or doing dirt to get revenge and dealing with the consequences later. so please pray for me. i always tell myself that the voice i hear is my 'conscience'. and listening to it is my way of comforting myself. but i have not been making the right decisions lately. probably because i have been giving into my flesh and not practicing the fruits of the spirit like im supposed to i keep doing what i feel is comfortable instead of obeying what i know is right.

 

[chicacanella]

Yes, it is true that knowing God's Word assists you greatly. When reading the bible, you find out the character or nature of God. There are certain things God just doesn't do. In the many times I have been spoken to by the holy spirit, it wasn't audible. But he was defintiely talking and I could understand everything he was saying, it was as if a light bulb went off. A light bulb of revelation that is beyond human comprehension. You guys just don't know, God is so awesome. There are no words to explain.

But I will tell you how I knew it wasn't God while I was praying for people once. As I was praying, all of a sudden I heard this thought or voice like, "You can't save everyone." or something like, "everyone can't be saved." I knew immediately from the negativity of the comment that it wasn't from God even though I was a very new Christian, I knew it wasn't God. And I learned later on that it is God's will that everyone is saved and plus Jesus tells us how to pray and to pray to God. I believed I rebuked it in the name of Jesus and that is what you have to do, continue to pray and apply the Word of God when the enemy trys to attack you like that.

 

[mzhotniz86]

Yes, it is true that knowing God's Word assists you greatly. When reading the bible, you find out the character or nature of God. There are certain things God just doesn't do. In the many times I have been spoken to by the holy spirit, it wasn't audible. But he was defintiely talking and I could understand everything he was saying, it was as if a light bulb went off. A light bulb of revelation that is beyond human comprehension. You guys just don't know, God is so awesome. There are no words to explain.

But I will tell you how I knew it wasn't God while I was praying for people once. As I was praying, all of a sudden I heard this thought or voice like, "You can't save everyone." or something like, "everyone can't be saved." I knew immediately from the negativity of the comment that it wasn't from God even though I was a very new Christian, I knew it wasn't God. And I learned later on that it is God's will that everyone is saved and plus Jesus tells us how to pray and to pray to God. I believed I rebuked it in the name of Jesus and that is what you have to do, continue to pray and apply the Word of God when the enemy trys to attack you like that.

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thank you. i think im starting to pay more attention the voice and revelations i have. im just trying to have patience and not rush and do something that God has not approved. i understand fully what you mean about a 'light bulb'. its not an actual voice , but something that hits your spirit and stays on your mind. you all , please keep me in your prayers, as im seeking guidance tremendously right now .

 

[chicacanella]

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thank you. i think im starting to pay more attention the voice and revelations i have. im just trying to have patience and not rush and do something that God has not approved. i understand fully what you mean about a 'light bulb'. its not an actual voice , but something that hits your spirit and stays on your mind. you all , please keep me in your prayers, as im seeking guidance tremendously right now .

I will keep you in my prayers.

 

[gn1g]

God's voice has neither tone nor pitch. His voice is not audble,you can't here it with your natural ear. You won't hear a bass,tenor, alto or soprano tone. When He spoke to Israel, it it said His voice sounded like thundering and lightenings. Elijah describes it as a still small voice.The closest explanation I can think of is that His voice is clear.
Also, His Word is never going to be contrary to the bible. As you grow as a Christian you be better able to distinguish it.

I agree with most of this, but at various times his voice is audible. and while it may not be contrary to the bible he will say something to you that you cannot find in the bible.


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