Welcome to "The Power Of God's Whisper Podcast," where we explore how to listen and respond to God's voice. I'm your host, Matthew Adams, and today we're focusing on Acts 4:13: "[The members of the council] could see that [Peter and John] were ordinary men with no special training in the Scriptures. They also recognized them as men who had been with Jesus." In this episode, we'll discuss how God often speaks to us through unexpected sources and the importance of being open to hearing His voice in the least likely places. Let's dive into three detailed points to consider as we seek to recognize and understand God's messages through surprising channels.
In Acts 4, Peter and John, who were ordinary men without special training, spoke with authority because they were filled with the Holy Spirit. Their words were unexpected by the religious leaders, but they carried powerful messages from God. Like Peter and John, God often speaks to us through unexpected sources, testing our ability to look past the surface and recognize His Spirit.
Point 1: Expect the unexpected
In listening for God's voice, be open to the unexpected. God can speak profound guidance not only through spiritual leaders but also through uneducated, ordinary people, or even those we find difficult to connect with.
Point 2: Look past the surface
To hear God's voice in unexpected places, we must look past the surface and into the Spirit. Just as Jesus defied expectations, God often uses surprising sources to communicate His messages to us.
Point 3: Embrace "unaware prophets" and "unlikely angels"
Be open to hearing God's voice through "unaware prophets" and "unlikely angels," those who may not appear spiritual or who challenge our preconceived notions. God's voice may surprise us not only in what He says but also in how He says it.
Conclusion:
As we listen for God's voice, it's essential to be open to hearing Him speak through unexpected sources. By looking past the surface and embracing those who might not fit our expectations, we can receive powerful messages from God and grow in our relationship with Him.
Call to Action:
This week, pay attention to the voices around you, even those that may not seem spiritual or appealing. Listen for God's message in unexpected places and be open to hearing His guidance through surprising sources. Share your experiences with others, and together, grow in your ability to recognize and respond to God's voice.
Thank you for joining us on "The Power Of God's Whisper Podcast." If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with others and subscribe for more discussions on hearing and responding to God's voice. Until next time, may you be open to the unexpected ways God speaks and experience the power of His whisper.
Let’s Pray…Lord, help me to recognize You in the least likely places. When You speak through someone who doesn’t seem spiritual or who rubs me the wrong way, help me to look past the surface and into Your Spirit.
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