Key Takeaways:

• Young and old alike can hear the voice of God, an assurance made possible by the Holy Spirit poured out at Pentecost.

• Jesus is the 'living word of God', setting the standard for discerning if it's God's voice speaking through actions in day-to-day life.

• Recognizing God's voice involves testing what we hear against the life and teachings of Jesus.

• Spiritual guidance extends to all aspects of life, even to the playground scenarios faced by children.

• We are encouraged to help others follow Jesus' teachings in practical and empathetic ways.

Notable Quotes:

• "God speaks as the continuing voice of Jesus."

• "My people will recognise my voice and they follow."

• "God wants to be heard. He gave us the living word that we may know what the spirit is saying to us."

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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