Life Coaching: When God Whispers In Your Ear

I have had a rather unusual day today. A lot happened that was unexpected, but mostly in a good kind of way. I did have to go to the doctor early this morning, and that wasn’t such a good moment, but all in all, a pretty good day today! More about that at a later date…

Do you sometimes just get the feeling God has you on His mind? I got that distinct feeling today, and it had been a rather long time since I’d felt that way. Don’t get me wrong…I know God has helped me with everything I have done in my life. It had just been a while since I’d had a personal visit. I am frankly suspicious of people who frequently say, “God told me…” followed by some seemingly amazing revelation pertinent only to them, and always works out in their favor. I mean, if God has such a running conversation with them, why doesn’t He tell them about an earth-shattering event, like world hunger or something? I know that sounds rather cynical, but I sometimes think people use the term, “God told me” too loosely. I am not doubting God’s ability to speak to someone any way He chooses. I am, however, doubting our ability to effectively hear that well.

I suppose I’m judging it by my own personal experience of walking with God over the years. Yes, God has impressed upon heart numerous times in both comfort and encouragement, but rarely has it been to a point where I can say, “God said.” Today was a day I really perceived God was trying to tell me something, and I am extremely happy to say, I listened. I actually stopped what I was doing right in the middle of the doctor’s waiting room, closed my eyes and listened. What He had to say wasn’t necessarily earth-shattering, but it sure was a comfort to me. It took away fear and restored my hope in a certain situation, and let me know He had heard my cries for help. I knew He was there all along, but it sure was a comfort to actually discern His voice.

If you have heard God whisper in your ear, you know what I’m talking about. It’s a perception. It’s an insight. It’s a distinct piercing through the cloud of doubt and fear that leaves you feeling confident and full of joy and hope for the future. There is nothing quite like it. Today I perceived God had seen my struggle, had seen my faithfulness, and was pleased. Even though I know I’ve had doubts, fears, and outright unbelief, He saw that I didn’t give up on Him. I kept going. That hasn’t always been the case with me. I have given up. I have given in. I have given out. I have quit fighting, and I’ve been defeated. But I do not doubt God’s existence, nor do I doubt His ability. I know who He is, and more importantly, He knows who I am. I am His. I belong to Him. I follow Him and I hear His voice. And when I don’t, it doesn’t mean He isn’t speaking. It means I have to dig into His Word, search out the answer, and move forward with confidence in what He’s already said in the Bible. The book of Proverbs tells us, “It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the glory of kings is to search out a matter.” So, (stay with me here. I’m actually going somewhere with this) if I believe that I am a king and a priest, as stated in the book of Revelation, then there are going to be times when I actually have to search out what I’m looking for.

Things don’t always come easy for us Christians. Sometimes, we actually have to look for what we want. Sometimes, we may have to go on a bit of a journey to find it. Sometimes, it gets dark and lonely on that journey for God’s best for us. But, if we persevere, if we stay the course, what God has concealed, He will eventually reveal. Even though He isn’t always talking, He’s always moving on our behalf. He’s moving heaven and earth to help us, save us, and keep us. I would probably faint if I could see into the spirit realm and see just how many times per day my life is spared because an angel has stopped whatever evil device the enemy has tried to use against me. Or how many times Jesus has interceded for me when I’ve gone rogue…

This is just something to think about today. I wanted to drop something in here for you today to encourage you and lift you up. If you’re feeling discouraged about your life, please take a moment to pray. Ask God to speak to your heart. Ask Him to let you perceive His presence. Ask Him to use His Word to lead you in the right path. He will. He hearkens to the voice of His children. And while we may not always be able to say, “God told me,” we WILL always be able to say, “God heard me.” We will always be able to say, “I perceived God.” We will always be able to say, “God loves me.” We will always be able to say, “God encourages me.”