Key Takeaways:

• Ancient traditions provide a strong framework for discerning whether an experience aligns with God's love and teachings.

• The significance of community in confirming spiritual experiences emphasizes the supportive nature of the church.

• Aligning actions with biblical teachings leads to profound personal transformation and healing.

• Revisiting scriptures can provide deep personal validation and insight.

• Spiritual experiences often result in emotional freedom and improved relationships.

Notable Quotes:

• "Would Jesus say this? Is someone else saying this? And are spiritual signs following this?"

• "Jesus would say, return hatred with love. The messages of the Spirit are always consistent with God's character, as revealed in Jesus."

• "Throughout the Gospels, this was the approach Jesus talked about repeatedly."

• "God speaks to more than one person to confirm his word."

• "God's words always contain signs of God's character, power and presenc

The God of the Bible is a talking God. All throughout the Scriptures, God is seen talking to people. First to the prophets, then most fully in Jesus and today through his Holy Spirit. When we choose to follow Jesus, the Spirit speaks to remind us of all that Jesus established and apply it to our lives.

So how does the Spirit speak? How do we know it’s God? And what happens afterwards? Join Rev Dr Tania Harris as she explores what the Spirit is saying to us. Everyday God Conversations will encourage you weekly to reflect on the God-conversations of Scripture, the ultimate God-conversation in Jesus and to hear from the Holy Spirit yourself. Remember, it was never meant to be a one-way conversation!

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Key Takeaways:

• Misuse of "God told me" can lead to manipulation and unchecked authority in religious contexts.

• Biblical figures frequently claimed divine communication, indicating its foundational role in spiritual life.

• Testing perceived divine communications against scriptural truths is essential for authenticity.

• Humility is vital in recognizing that human interpretation of divine messages can often be flawed.

• Confidence in hearing God's voice is encouraged through the Holy Spirit's guidance.

Notable Quotes:

• "God told Me It's a powerful statement that we see throughout the library of scripture."

• "There should be a solemn reverence, an understanding that God's words are not to be messed with."

• "So back to our initial question. Is it okay to say God told me? Yes, if we're true to the scriptural pattern, but only under one condition."

• "Every claim to revelation must be put to the test."

• "The problem is, of course, that we don't see clearly. As the Apostle Paul said, we only see in part as a reflection in a mirror."

The God of the Bible is a talking God. All throughout the Scriptures, God is seen talking to people. First to the prophets, then most fully in Jesus and today through his Holy Spirit. When we choose to follow Jesus, the Spirit speaks to remind us of all that Jesus established and apply it to our lives.

So how does the Spirit speak? How do we know it’s God? And what happens afterwards? Join Rev Dr Tania Harris as she explores what the Spirit is saying to us. Everyday God Conversations will encourage you weekly to reflect on the God-conversations of Scripture, the ultimate God-conversation in Jesus and to hear from the Holy Spirit yourself. Remember, it was never meant to be a one-way conversation!

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Key Takeaways:

• Dreams are a common form of divine communication, as shown in scripture, but most dreams are reflections of our daily experiences.

• Natural dreams help in mental processing and emotional balance, acting as a form of "house cleaning for the mind."

• The spirit world can influence dreams, with both positive and negative spiritual entities potentially contributing to their content.

• God dreams are those that align with the teachings and character of Jesus, bringing the fruits of love, joy, and peace without fear or condemnation.

• Listeners are encouraged to deepen their understanding of Jesus' teachings and pray for divine guidance before sleep to enhance their receptiveness to God dreams.

Notable Quotes:

• "The library of scripture shows us that speaking in picture form, known today as dreams... is the most common form of divine communication."

• "Psychologists and neuroscientists tell us that natural dreams have an important function... It's a little like house cleaning for the mind."

• "Dreams from evil spirits will often lead to fear, shame, and condemnation."

• "Everything the Holy Spirit says in dream visions will be consistent with Jesus, the livin

The God of the Bible is a talking God. All throughout the Scriptures, God is seen talking to people. First to the prophets, then most fully in Jesus and today through his Holy Spirit. When we choose to follow Jesus, the Spirit speaks to remind us of all that Jesus established and apply it to our lives.

So how does the Spirit speak? How do we know it’s God? And what happens afterwards? Join Rev Dr Tania Harris as she explores what the Spirit is saying to us. Everyday God Conversations will encourage you weekly to reflect on the God-conversations of Scripture, the ultimate God-conversation in Jesus and to hear from the Holy Spirit yourself. Remember, it was never meant to be a one-way conversation!

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.