Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God Listening to Jesus | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
Jan 29, 2024
Pastor Alan Kraft, author of The Intimate God, joins Jenny Hooten and Pastor KJ Tencza to discuss the pivotal chapter on 'Listening to Jesus.' They highlight the crucial difference between hearing and truly listening, emphasizing the role of stillness in connecting with God. The conversation explores the challenges of discerning God’s voice in our thoughts and practical ways to identify meaningful insights. With personal stories, including a taco encounter, they encourage listeners to ask God specific questions and cultivate patience in their journey of faith.
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Listening Requires Stillness
- Listening is deeper than merely hearing; it requires focused attention and presence.
- Stillness creates the space needed to tune into God's voice rather than just hearing background noise.
God Whispers To Our Inner Being
- Hearing God differs because we listen to a spirit, not a visible person or audible voice.
- God typically whispers to our inner being, so listening practices must adapt to that subtle mode.
Ask Specific Questions
- Ask God specific questions to narrow your focus and make listening practical.
- Write down the thoughts that come to mind after asking and evaluate them later.
