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10/11/2016Welcome toGod Speaks“Whoever is of God hears the wordsof God. The reason why you do nothear them is that you are not of God.”John 8:471
10/11/2016Reality 4 of ExperiencingGodGod speaks by the Holy Spirit through theBible, prayer, circumstances, and thechurch to reveal Himself, His purposes,and His ways.“In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times andin various ways, but in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son.” Hebrews 1:1-2God speaks by The HolySpirit to reveal somethingabout Himself, Hispurposes, and His ways.GodThe Holy Spirit usesGod’s Word to reveal Godand His purposes, and toinstruct us in the ways ofGod.God speaks by the Holy Spiritthrough Prayer by taking God’sWord and applying it to our heartand mind to reveal the truth.Speaks2
10/11/2016God SpeaksIn your small groups, brieflysummarize what you senseGod has said to you so farin this course.Focus on general themes ordirections rather thanspecific details.Have you responded towhat God has called toyour attention? Howwould you describe yourresponse to His leadingthus far?What do you sense is yourgreatest spiritualchallenge now?If you don’t sense God has spoken clearly, you don’t need to make something up.God Speaks, Part IDVD MessageAs you listen to the message, take notes.What is most affirming and encouragingabout how God speaks?3
10/11/2016God Speaks Through The Holy BibleRead “Responding to Truth” (p. 105-106). Afterreading, discuss for clarity in your small group.1. Independently journal and reflect upon yourresponses to Activity 4, Day 4 (p. 104-105).1. Share your thoughts and reflections in your smallgroup.Independently Reflect In Your Spiritual JournalTESTIMONIESWEEKLY REVIEWWhat have you come to understandabout what God is doing in, around,and through your life? What youhave learned about Him, Hispurposes, and His ways.What were the important things Godsaid to you and what things has Hedone in your life this past week ortoday.SPIRITUAL MARKERSPRAYER REQUESTSRecord when God clearly spoke toyou this past week or today when Hehas provided clear direction for youon the life decisions He wants you tomake.Write down the prayer requestsshared today for yourself, groupmembers, your church, and otherspecial requests.4
10/11/2016Next WeekAs you study Unit 6 this week, pay special attentionto how God speaks to you through prayer,circumstances, and the church.See you next week for5
Oct 11, 2016 · Reality 4 of Experiencing God God speaks by the Holy Spirit through the Bible, prayer, circumstances, and the church to reveal Himself, His purposes, and His ways. “In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these
