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25-076 The Gentle Nudge: How the Holy Spirit Speaks Through Promptings
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25-076 The Gentle Nudge: How the Holy Spirit Speaks Through Promptings

TODAY’S FOCUS IS: Learning to Recognize and Follow the Spirit’s Guidance

Today, we're diving into a topic that’s been on the minds of many believers: How does the Holy Spirit speak to us? We often expect grand signs or audible voices, but more often than not, God’s Spirit speaks through quiet, gentle nudges—subtle impressions, thoughts, or an unshakable sense of urgency. Are we paying attention?

Our springboard for today’s discussion is: John 16:13 – "When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come."

Jesus made it clear: the Holy Spirit is our guide, leading us into truth. But His voice isn’t always loud—it’s often a whisper in the depths of our hearts. These promptings can come in various ways: a sudden thought that won’t go away, a tug on your heart to call someone, or a deep conviction to take a step of faith. Sometimes, it’s a sense of peace in a decision or a warning that unsettles your spirit.

The challenge isn’t whether God is speaking, but whether we’re listening. The noise of life can drown out His whispers if we’re not careful. The more we respond in obedience to these small promptings, the clearer His voice becomes. Think about it—have you ever felt prompted to pray for someone, reach out, or change your plans unexpectedly? That’s the Spirit at work.

Question of the Day: When was the last time you felt a nudge from the Holy Spirit? Did you follow it?

Let’s Pray: Lord, help us to recognize Your Spirit’s promptings. Teach us to quiet our hearts, remove distractions, and trust that You are guiding us in all truth. Give us courage to follow Your lead, even when we don’t fully understand. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Let’s Get To Work!


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