#219 Title Why don’t I hear from God any more? (Replay)
May 30, 2024
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NT Wright discusses why some people struggle to hear from God, addressing questions on prayer, obedience, and discerning God's voice. He also shares personal updates on his health journey and reflects on his own experiences of hearing from God. The podcast delves into the challenges of unanswered prayers, emotional blocks in spiritual growth, and nurturing communication with God through spiritual maturity and humility.
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Quick takeaways
Internal barriers like emotional obstacles can hinder one's connection with God, seeking help is advised.
Humility, openness, and patience are crucial in discerning God's will, leading to unexpected outcomes.
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Why Sincere Seekers May Not Find God
Some sincere seekers may struggle to find God despite asking for his presence. The podcast shares a story of a young student who encountered blocks in her life hindering her spiritual connection. It was discovered through cautious questioning that emotional barriers were affecting her relationship with God. The speaker suggests seeking pastoral or psychotherapeutic help to address internal obstacles in receiving God's love.
Challenges in Hearing God and Managing Expectations
The podcast delves into the challenge of hearing God in prayer and interpreting His messages. It mentions biblical examples like Jeremiah who faced periods of uncertainty after prophetic messages. The speaker advises humility and openness in discerning God's will, emphasizing the importance of patience and trusting God's timing. It suggests that prayers and intentions may lead to unexpected outcomes serving a greater purpose.
Seeking God's Voice Through Scripture and Daily Practices
The podcast explores different ways in which individuals may sense God's presence and hear His voice. Daily reading of Scripture provides a context for spiritual insights to emerge. The speaker mentions experiences of promptings, unexpected doors opening after prayer and fasting, and moments where Scripture readings become personally significant. The importance of spiritual disciplines and finding practices that resonate individually for connecting with God are emphasized.
Join Tom today as he sits down to answer a fresh batch of questions from listeners who are having trouble hearing from God. Nicole asks why 'Ask and you shall receive' doesn't seem to work in practise? Shelagh says she doesn't hear from God the way she used to - is it because of disobedience? Robert asks how you can tell if you have misheard from God? Tom also gives an update on his health and work and reflects on how he himself hears from God.
Originally Aired: 23 February 2023
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