Originally posted by aardvarkhome
Do you hear god / cheeses speaking to you, as a clear voice, in tongues or your native language?
So, the first question is how do I hear God. God speaks to us in different ways.
1. I believe the the bible is the inspired word of God and that God does speak to us through His word. John 1:1 says this: "In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God". When we read the bible we are hearing from God. As stated in earlier posts some things are metaphors used to get a point across and others are facts.
2. I'm sorry, but right off hand I don't know the scripture reference, but the Bible talks about in us we can hear a still small voice (which is God). I read a book regarding this and it really opened my eyes to what this meant. Have you ever prayed for some answer t a question and then hear an answer in your head??? It sounds like you right? It happens to me. Anyway, This book stated that this is God talking to you through your spirit. This sounds "weird", but is very true. I didn't realize it until I actually started listening. The Bible states in John 10:27 "My sheep hear My voice..." Some might say that it is just you thinking to yourself how could that be God. Well, sometimes it might be, but that is where faith comes into play. You have to get used to hearing Gods voice and recognizing when it is actually God and when it is just you. I've taught this before: When I call home and my youngest son answers the phone I say hi son and he immediately says hi daddy! Why, because he knows my voice. If someone else called he would know it wasn't me and not listed to them if they said they were daddy. Get my point?
3. Last we hear from God when in church there is a message given in a tongue and then immediately it is interpreted by someone in your own language.
So I hear God in His word, I hear God with my spirit (inside) and I hear God in messages. Can God speak to me in an audible voice, yes! Has He ever done that with me, no. That is spoken of throughout the Bible.
Hope that answers your question.
I really appreciate you all asking questions and giving me the opportunity to share with you what I have learned.