Dear Father, In several places throughout Scripture that narrate the story of Samuel, Scripture recounts, “And the LORD said unto Samuel.” You spoke very often to him, and there was no question as to whether or not it was Your voice he heard. Except for his very first experience, when he went to Eli, thinking it was he who had called him. But Eli said to Samuel, “Go, lie down: and it shall be, if he call thee, that thou shalt say, Speak, LORD; for thy servant heareth.” So Samuel went and lay down in his place. He had to go back, lie still, and listen again for Your voice. Would I, then, be correct to assume that everyone we look up to as spiritual giants today once walked in ignorance? The prophets whose words never fall to the ground, writers whose articles are both Kingdom related and globally recognized, teachers who rightly divide the word of truth, Kingdom financiers who once could not afford a meal, the list goes on. And like Samuel, perhaps one notable point that helps us build mastery from ignorance is the willingness to go back, lie still, and listen for Your voice. Perhaps one of mankind’s greatest challenges is stillness. The world is moving, and so are we. Who wants to remain in an atmosphere of prevailing silence, darkness, and what seems like nothingness? Yet, isn’t this often the very place where we find You? Isn't this where we are first taught how to build mastery? The world is moving, and so are we. But perhaps the greatest movement does not begin when we move, but when we lie still and listen for Your voice. Translations: Slide 1: English Slide 2: French Slide 3: Bengali Slide 4: Hindu Slide 5: Urdu Side 6: Portuguese #LettertoGod #mastery #voiceofGod #stillness #fellowship

Dear Father, In several places throughout Scripture that narrate the story of Samuel, Scripture recounts, “And the LORD said unto Samuel.” You spoke very often to him, and there was no question as to whether or not it was Your voice he heard. Except for his very first experience, when he went to Eli, thinking it was he who had called him. But Eli said to Samuel, “Go, lie down: and it shall be, if he call thee, that thou shalt say, Speak, LORD; for thy servant heareth.” So Samuel went and lay down in his place. He had to go back, lie still, and listen again for Your voice. Would I, then, be correct to assume that everyone we look up to as spiritual giants today once walked in ignorance? The prophets whose words never fall to the ground, writers whose articles are both Kingdom related and globally recognized, teachers who rightly divide the word of truth, Kingdom financiers who once could not afford a meal, the list goes on. And like Samuel, perhaps one notable point that helps us build mastery from ignorance is the willingness to go back, lie still, and listen for Your voice. Perhaps one of mankind’s greatest challenges is stillness. The world is moving, and so are we. Who wants to remain in an atmosphere of prevailing silence, darkness, and what seems like nothingness? Yet, isn’t this often the very place where we find You? Isn't this where we are first taught how to build mastery? The world is moving, and so are we. But perhaps the greatest movement does not begin when we move, but when we lie still and listen for Your voice. Translations: Slide 1: English Slide 2: French Slide 3: Bengali Slide 4: Hindu Slide 5: Urdu Side 6: Portuguese #LettertoGod #mastery #voiceofGod #stillness #fellowship

🕊️ When heaven speaks, hearts are changed. #LordsbookDailys #HeavenSpeaks #HeartTransformation #FaithJourney #WalkByFaith #FaithQuote #BibleMeme #VoiceOfGod

How God Speaks to His People God is not silent. From the beginning of creation, God has always communicated with His people. Many believers often ask, “Does God still speak today?” The answer is Yes. God still speaks, but we must understand how He communicates and develop the spiritual sensitivity to hear Him. The Bible confirms this in Job 33:14: "For God speaketh once, yea twice, yet man perceiveth it not." This means God speaks in different ways, but many people fail to recognize His voice. 1. God Speaks Through His Word (The Bible) The primary way God speaks to His people is through Scripture. The Bible is God's written voice to humanity. In 2 Timothy 3:16–17: "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness." Whenever you read the Bible, God is speaking directly to you. His Word provides guidance, correction, encouragement, and direction for life. Example: When someone is confused about what to do, a Bible verse may suddenly become clear and speak directly to their situation. 2. God Speaks Through the Holy Spirit God also speaks through the Holy Spirit, who lives inside believers. In John 16:13: "Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth." The Holy Spirit communicates through: Inner conviction Spiritual prompting Peace or unrest in your spirit Sometimes you may feel strongly that something is right or wrong — that can be the Holy Spirit guiding you. 3. God Speaks Through Dreams and Visions Another biblical way God communicates is through dreams and visions. In Joel 2:28: "Your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions." Throughout the Bible, God used dreams to communicate with His people. Examples include: Joseph received prophetic dreams (Genesis 37). Daniel interpreted dreams and visions. Joseph was warned in a dream to protect baby Jesus. However, dreams must always be tested with the Word of God. 4. God Speaks Through His Servants (Prophets and Ministers) God often speaks through anointed servants, such as prophets, pastors, and teachers. In Amos 3:7: "Surely the Lord God will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets." Examples in the Bible include: Nathan who corrected David Samuel who guided kings Elijah who delivered God's message God still uses ministers today to deliver messages that bring direction, warning, and encouragement. 5. God Speaks Through Circumstances Sometimes God speaks through life situations and open or closed doors. In Revelation 3:7: "What he opens no man can shut, and what he shuts no man can open." For example: A door of opportunity may open unexpectedly. A plan may fail repeatedly because God is redirecting you. Circumstances can sometimes be God's way of guiding your steps. 6. God Speaks Through a Still Small Voice God may speak quietly within the heart. In 1 Kings 19:12: God spoke to Elijah through a still small voice, not through wind, earthquake, or fire. This teaches that God’s voice is often gentle and quiet, and we must learn to be spiritually sensitive. 7. God Speaks Through Wise Counsel God can also speak through godly advice from mature believers. In Proverbs 11:14: "In the multitude of counsellors there is safety." Sometimes the answer you are praying for may come through a wise person God places in your life. How to Hear God Clearly Live a life of prayer – Prayer opens your spirit to hear God. Study the Bible regularly – The more you know God's Word, the easier it is to recognize His voice. Stay away from sin – Sin can block spiritual sensitivity. Be spiritually quiet – Many people cannot hear God because their lives are too noisy. Test every message with Scripture – God never contradicts His Word. Conclusion God is still speaking today. The real question is not whether God speaks, but whether we are listening. Just like young Samuel said in 1 Samuel 3:10: "Speak, Lord; for thy servant heareth." May our hearts always be open to hear the voice of God. Pastor Abiodun Kadri #GodSpeaks #HearingGod #VoiceOfGod #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #HolySpiritGuidance #FaithMessage #ChristianFaith #BiblicalTruth #WalkWithGod

A Voice of Authority 📣 The voice that called John in Revelation was full of authority and power—a reminder that when God speaks, mountains move and lives change. 🌄 What is He calling you to today? Listen, obey, and ascend to new spiritual heights. #VoiceOfGod #ComeUpHither #Revelation #GodsWord #ChristianLiving https://youtube.com/shorts/Y3i-kEHcxvw?feature=share