Communication is the life-giving blood that sustains all relationships. Without blood, the body dies; without communication, relationships die. When we communicate, we listen with our hearts to the one who is speaking and then respond. To know and recognize a person’s voice, you must spend time with that person. We can know God. We can learn His voice by spending time in prayer, and we learn His ways by studying His Word. God wants to speak to you personally; He wants you to hear His voice. Drawing near to the Lord opens the door for Him to fellowship and communicate with you. His desire is to teach you, lead you into the truth, and show you things to come. You need not be afraid to trust the voice of the Holy Spirit; He never moves outside of the character of the Lord and is always in harmony with the Word of God. He is your friend who is called to walk beside you and communicate with you.
by Ward W. Bond, PhD
by Ward W. Bond, PhD