My dear Warriors, today we are reminded of the importance of listening to God's voice, not only through the written Word but also through His spoken word. In Matthew 4:4, Jesus reminds us that man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.
The Word of God is essential for our spiritual growth, and it sustains our lives. But there is a difference between the logos and Rhema words. Logos refers to the Word of God, while Rhema implies more immediacy, a spoken word for a particular moment. Therefore, listening to God's voice moment by moment is necessary for our spiritual lives and growth.
We all have experienced a difference between the written Word of God and verses or passages from that Word that struck our hearts in a powerful, immediate way. All of God’s words are true, but some are true for a given moment, particularly suited for a present need. When we listen for God's voice, we will hear Him highlighting the direction we need to take in a critical time, and we will know which one to do.
God's specific words for our specific situation are critical to our spiritual growth. We should not rely solely on the written Word as an instruction manual, uniform in its seasons of application. God's voice is personal, and He speaks to us directly and powerfully when we learn to listen to Him. It's easy to get caught up in the busyness of life and forget to take time to listen to God's voice, but when we make it a priority to hear Him, we experience a deeper level of intimacy with Him.
It's time to get to know God's Word thoroughly but also listen at all times for His specific word for our specific situation. When we notice words jumping off the pages of our Bible or when God seems to highlight the same truth in several ways during a particular season, we should take note. God's words are alive and powerful, and when we recognize them, they transform our lives.
So, my dear brothers and sisters, let us make it a priority to listen to God's voice. Let us seek His direction for our lives, knowing that His specific words for our specific situation are essential to our spiritual growth. May we be attuned to His voice, recognizing when He speaks to us, and following His lead in all things. May we live not on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God. Amen.
Share this post