DO YOU WANT TO CONNECT WITH GOD?

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Did you read my recent post “Does God Speak To Us Today“? If not can I suggest you do so as it is a precursor to this post.

Many people view the Bible as an ancient religious text, a historical document, or a collection of moral teachings. But Scripture is far more than that. The Bible is God’s living communication — His ongoing conversation with His people. When we open its pages, we are not merely reading words; we are encountering the voice, heart, and wisdom of the living God.

In 2 Timothy 3:16, Paul writes that “All Scripture is God‑breathed.” This means the Bible did not originate from human imagination or cultural tradition. It came from the very breath of God — the same breath that spoke creation into existence, the same breath that gives life to every believer.

To say Scripture is “God‑breathed” is to say it carries His authority, His truth, and His life. It is not outdated. It is not silent. It is not powerless. Every verse carries the imprint of the One who inspired it, making the Bible eternally relevant and spiritually alive.

How the Holy Spirit Uses Scripture to Transform Hearts

The Spirit of God works through the Word of God to shape the people of God. When we read Scripture with open hearts, the Holy Spirit illuminates truth, convicts us of sin, strengthens our faith, and reveals the character of Christ.

  • A single verse can bring comfort in grief.
  • A familiar passage can suddenly speak with new clarity.
  • A story we’ve read many times can reveal a fresh layer of God’s wisdom.

This is not coincidence — it is the Spirit actively working through the living Word. The Bible is not static ink on paper; it is a divine instrument the Spirit uses to renew minds, heal wounds, and guide our steps.

Why Daily Engagement With God’s Word Matters

If Scripture is truly God’s living communication, then spending time in it is not a religious duty — it is a lifeline. Daily engagement with the Word keeps our hearts aligned with God’s heart. It anchors us in truth when the world feels chaotic. It nourishes our spirit the way food nourishes the body.

Even a few minutes a day can open the door for God to speak, correct, encourage, and strengthen you. The more we immerse ourselves in Scripture, the more clearly we recognize God’s voice in every part of life.

Jesus is returning soon. How good it will be if you have already developed a close relationship with Him. Will you be ready to rule and reign with Him in Jesus Millennial Kingdom? If you want to know more about what is next on God’s agenda for planet Earth go to http://www.millennialkingdom.net, there I post the latest news on living with Jesus and the glorified Saints in the Millennium.

DOES GOD STILL SPEAK TODAY?

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For many believers, one of the most important questions in their walk with God is this: Does God still speak today? It’s a question born from longing — the desire to know God personally, to hear His guidance, to sense His nearness in the middle of life’s noise. And it’s a question often shaped by uncertainty, because while Scripture is filled with stories of God speaking, many Christians wonder whether that same voice is still active in the world now.

The good news is this: God has never stopped speaking. From Genesis to Revelation, God reveals Himself as a communicating God — One who speaks, leads, warns, comforts, and invites His people into relationship. His voice is not a relic of the past. It is a present reality for those who belong to Him.

God’s Voice Begins With His Word

The clearest and most foundational way God speaks today is through Scripture. The Bible is not a silent book. It is the living Word of God, breathed out by Him and preserved for every generation. When we open its pages, we are not simply reading ancient stories or moral lessons; we are encountering the heart and mind of God Himself.

Hebrews 4:12 describes the Word as “living and active,” meaning it continues to speak with power and relevance. A passage written thousands of years ago can suddenly pierce our hearts, answer a question we’ve been wrestling with, or bring comfort in a moment of deep pain. That is not coincidence — that is God speaking through His Word.

Scripture is God’s primary voice, the standard by which all other impressions or experiences must be measured. God will never contradict what He has already spoken in His Word. If we want to hear God clearly, we must begin by immersing ourselves in Scripture regularly and expectantly.

The Holy Spirit Still Speaks to God’s People

While Scripture is the foundation, God also speaks through the Holy Spirit in ways that are personal and timely. Jesus promised that the Spirit would guide us into truth, remind us of His teachings, and reveal what we need to know. This guidance is not mystical or strange — it is the natural result of walking with a living God.

The Spirit speaks through gentle impressions, convictions, warnings, and moments of clarity. He may bring a verse to mind at just the right moment. He may nudge us toward a decision that aligns with God’s will. He may give us peace about a direction or unrest when we’re drifting from His path. These experiences are not random; they are the Shepherd guiding His sheep.

However, the Spirit’s voice is always consistent with Scripture. He does not add new doctrine or reveal new truth outside the Bible. Instead, He applies God’s eternal truth to our present circumstances.

God Speaks Through People and Circumstances

Another way God speaks today is through the people He places in our lives. Wise counsel, godly mentors, pastors, and fellow believers can all be instruments of God’s voice. Sometimes a single sentence from a friend can confirm something God has already been stirring in our hearts. Other times, correction or encouragement from a trusted believer becomes the very voice of God calling us back to Him.

God also speaks through circumstances. Open doors, closed doors, unexpected opportunities, and even trials can all be ways God directs our steps. This does not mean every event is a direct message from God, but it does mean He is sovereign over our lives and uses circumstances to shape us, guide us, and draw us closer to Him.

Why Some People Struggle to Hear God

If God still speaks, why do so many believers feel like they never hear Him? Often the issue is not God’s silence but our spiritual noise. We live in a world filled with distractions — constant information, endless entertainment, and the pressures of daily life. God rarely shouts over the noise; He often speaks in a still, small voice.

Hearing God requires stillness, attentiveness, and a heart that genuinely seeks Him. It requires time in Scripture, space for prayer, and a willingness to obey whatever He reveals. God speaks most clearly to those who are ready to listen.

Hearing God Is About Relationship, Not Technique

Ultimately, hearing God’s voice is not a skill to master but a relationship to cultivate. Jesus said, “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.” Sheep recognize the shepherd’s voice because they spend time with him. They walk with him daily. They trust him.

In the same way, the more we walk with God — through prayer, worship, Scripture, and obedience — the more familiar His voice becomes. Over time, we learn to distinguish His leading from our own thoughts, fears, or desires. We begin to recognize the tone of His voice: gentle, truthful, loving, and always aligned with His Word.

God Is Speaking — Are We Listening?

So, does God still speak today? Absolutely. He speaks through His Word. He speaks through His Spirit. He speaks through His people and through the circumstances of our lives. The real question is not whether God is speaking, but whether we are making space to hear Him.

If you long to hear God’s voice more clearly, start by opening His Word daily. Invite the Holy Spirit to guide you. Surround yourself with godly voices. Slow down enough to listen. And trust that the God who spoke the universe into existence still delights in speaking to His children today.

Jesus is returning soon. How good it will be if you have already developed a close relationship with Him. Will you be ready to rule and reign with Him in Jesus Millennial Kingdom? If you want to know more about what is next on God’s agenda for planet Earth go to http://www.millennialkingdom.net

HOW TO BE HOLY SPIRIT LED

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How the Holy Spirit Speaks Through Scripture

One of the greatest gifts God has given His people is the ability to hear His voice through the pages of Scripture. The Bible is not simply a record of what God once said — it is the living Word through which He still speaks. And the One who makes that possible is the Holy Spirit. Without the Spirit, Scripture would remain ink on a page. With the Spirit, it becomes a living conversation between God and His children.

Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would guide us into truth, remind us of His teachings, and reveal what we need to know. This promise is fulfilled every time we open the Bible with a listening heart. The Spirit takes the eternal Word of God and applies it to our present lives with precision, wisdom, and love. Understanding how the Spirit speaks through Scripture is essential for anyone who desires to walk closely with God. In total I will do three poste on the Holy Spirit.

The Spirit Illuminates the Word

The first way the Holy Spirit speaks through Scripture is by illuminating it. Illumination is the Spirit’s work of opening our spiritual eyes so we can understand what God is saying. Without the Spirit, we may read the Bible but miss its meaning. With the Spirit, truth becomes clear, personal, and powerful.

Have you ever read a passage you’ve seen many times before, only to have it suddenly come alive? A verse you skimmed over for years suddenly grips your heart. A story you thought you understood reveals a deeper layer of truth. That is the Spirit illuminating the Word.

The Spirit does not change the meaning of Scripture — He reveals it. He helps us see what was always there but hidden from our understanding. This is why prayer is essential when reading the Bible. We are not just studying a text; we are inviting the Spirit to speak.

The Spirit Applies Scripture to Our Lives

The Holy Spirit not only illuminates Scripture; He applies it. He takes the timeless truth of God’s Word and connects it to the specific circumstances of our lives. This is one of the most personal ways God speaks.

A verse about peace may come alive when you are anxious. A passage about forgiveness may confront you when you are holding a grudge. A story of God’s faithfulness may strengthen you when you feel weak.

The Spirit knows exactly what we need, and He uses Scripture to meet us where we are. This is why the Bible is never outdated. The same passage can speak differently at different times because the Spirit applies it according to our season, struggles, and spiritual growth.

The Spirit Convicts, Comforts, and Corrects

Scripture is God’s tool for shaping our hearts, and the Spirit uses it to convict, comfort, and correct us.

Conviction is the Spirit’s gentle way of showing us where our lives are out of alignment with God’s will. It is not condemnation or shame. Conviction is a loving invitation to return to God’s path.

Comfort comes when the Spirit uses Scripture to reassure us of God’s presence, promises, and faithfulness. In moments of grief, fear, or uncertainty, the Spirit brings verses to mind that anchor our souls.

Correction happens when the Spirit uses Scripture to redirect our thinking or behavior. God’s Word becomes a mirror that reveals what needs to change and a guide that shows us how to walk in obedience.

In all these ways, the Spirit speaks with clarity and love, using Scripture as His instrument.

The Spirit Forms Christ in Us Through the Word

The ultimate purpose of Scripture is not information but transformation. The Spirit uses the Word to shape us into the image of Christ. As we read, meditate, and obey, the Spirit renews our minds, softens our hearts, and strengthens our character.

This is why spiritual growth is impossible apart from Scripture. The Spirit forms Christ in us through the steady, daily intake of God’s Word. The more we allow the Spirit to speak through Scripture, the more we begin to think, act, and love like Jesus. The more the fruit of the spirit is manifest in our lives:

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.“ Galatians 5:22-23

Listening to the Spirit Through Scripture Requires a Posture of Surrender

Hearing the Spirit through Scripture is not automatic. It requires a posture of humility, openness, and obedience. The Spirit speaks most clearly to hearts that are willing to respond.

Before reading, pray: “Holy Spirit, speak to me through Your Word. Open my eyes. Guide my heart. I am listening.”

As you read, pay attention to what stands out — a phrase, a command, a promise, a warning. These moments of clarity are often the Spirit’s voice.

After reading, ask: “Lord, what do You want me to do with what You’ve shown me?”

The Spirit speaks not just to inform us but to transform us. When we respond with obedience, His voice becomes clearer and more familiar.

The Spirit Speaks Through Scripture Every Time We Open It

You don’t need a dramatic experience to hear God. You don’t need a special moment or a supernatural sign. Every time you open the Bible with a listening heart, the Holy Spirit is ready to speak.

He speaks through the stories, the teachings, the promises, the warnings, and the wisdom of Scripture. He speaks through quiet moments of reflection and sudden moments of revelation. He speaks through familiar passages and through verses you’ve never noticed before.

The Spirit is faithful. The Word is alive. And God is always speaking.

Jesus is returning soon. How good it will be if you have already developed a close relationship with Him. Will you be ready to rule and reign with Him in Jesus Millennial Kingdom? If you want to know more about what is next on God’s agenda for planet Earth go to http://www.millennialkingdom.net

CONVERSING DAILY WITH GOD

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Walking in Daily Conversation With God

Many believers think of hearing God as something that happens only in special moments — during a powerful worship service, a quiet retreat, or a crisis that drives them to prayer. But Scripture paints a very different picture. From the Garden of Eden to the early church, God’s desire has always been to walk with His people in ongoing relationship. Not just occasionally. Not just when life is falling apart. But daily.

Jesus did not die and rise again simply to give us a ticket to heaven. He restored what was lost — intimate fellowship with God. Walking in daily conversation with God is not reserved for spiritual elites. It is the birthright of every believer. The Shepherd speaks, and His sheep follow. The Father loves, and His children respond. The Spirit leads, and we walk in step with Him.

Daily conversation with God is not complicated. It is not mystical. It is not about hearing an audible voice. It is about cultivating a heart that is aware of God’s presence, attentive to His whispers, and responsive to His leading throughout the day.

God Designed Us for Ongoing Fellowship

From the beginning, God walked with Adam and Eve in the cool of the day. That picture is not poetic symbolism — it is God’s original intention for humanity. Sin broke that fellowship, but Christ restored it. Now, through the Holy Spirit, God dwells within us. We are never alone. We are never unheard. We are never out of His presence.

Daily conversation with God is simply living in the reality of that truth. It is acknowledging Him in the ordinary moments — the commute, the kitchen, the workplace, the quiet evening at home. God is not confined to church services or devotional times. He is present in every breath we take.

Conversation Begins With Awareness

The first step in walking in daily conversation with God is awareness. Most believers are not struggling to hear God because He is silent; they are struggling because they are distracted. Life is loud. Responsibilities are heavy. Our minds are full. But God often speaks in a still, small voice — not because He is weak, but because He invites us to slow down and draw near.

Awareness means pausing throughout the day to acknowledge God’s presence. It can be as simple as whispering, “Lord, I know You’re here,” or “Father, guide me in this moment.” These small acknowledgments open the door for conversation. They shift our focus from ourselves to Him.

Daily Conversation Flows From a Listening Heart

Conversation with God is not just talking — it is listening. Many believers fill their prayer time with words but leave no space for God to respond. But relationship requires listening. The Holy Spirit speaks gently, often through impressions, Scripture brought to mind, or a sudden sense of clarity or peace.

A listening heart is not passive; it is attentive. It is a heart that says, “Speak, Lord, Your servant is listening.” It is a heart that expects God to guide, correct, encourage, and lead throughout the day.

Listening may happen in quiet moments, but it also happens in motion — while driving, working, or walking. God is not limited by our schedule. He speaks whenever our hearts are open.

Daily Conversation Is Rooted in Scripture

God’s voice is most clearly heard through His Word. Daily conversation with God is strengthened when we begin the day with Scripture, allowing the Spirit to plant truth in our hearts. Throughout the day, He brings those truths back to mind at just the right moment.

A verse read in the morning becomes guidance in the afternoon. A promise meditated on at lunch becomes comfort in the evening. A command studied in devotion becomes conviction in a moment of temptation.

The Spirit uses Scripture as the vocabulary of God’s voice. The more we fill our hearts with the Word, the more clearly we recognize His whispers.

Daily Conversation Involves Simple, Honest Prayer

Prayer does not need to be formal or eloquent. God is not impressed by fancy words. He desires honesty, simplicity, and openness. Daily conversation with God can be as natural as talking with a close friend.

“Lord, help me with this decision.” “Father, give me patience right now.” “Jesus, thank You for this moment.” “Holy Spirit, guide my thoughts.”

These short, sincere prayers keep our hearts connected to God throughout the day. They remind us that He is involved in every detail of our lives.

Daily Conversation Requires Sensitivity to the Spirit’s Nudges

The Holy Spirit often speaks through gentle nudges — a prompting to encourage someone, a reminder to pray, a conviction to avoid a certain path, or a sudden sense of peace about a decision. These nudges are invitations to partner with God in what He is doing.

Responding quickly to these nudges strengthens our sensitivity to God’s voice. Delaying or ignoring them makes His voice harder to recognize. Obedience sharpens discernment.

Daily Conversation Leads to Transformation

Walking in daily conversation with God is not just about hearing Him — it is about becoming like Him. The more we walk with Him, the more His heart shapes ours. His peace becomes our peace. His compassion becomes our compassion. His wisdom becomes our wisdom.

Daily conversation with God transforms ordinary moments into holy ones. It turns routine tasks into opportunities for worship. It turns challenges into invitations for trust. It turns life into a continual journey with the One who loves us most.

God Is Speaking — Walk With Him Today

God is not silent. He is not distant. He is not waiting for you to reach a certain level of spiritual maturity before He speaks. He is already speaking. He is already leading. He is already inviting you into daily fellowship.

Walking in daily conversation with God is not about perfection — it is about presence. It is about turning your heart toward Him again and again throughout the day. It is about living with open ears, open eyes, and an open heart.

The Shepherd is walking with you. Listen for His voice. Respond to His nudges. Speak to Him simply and often. And enjoy the daily companionship of the God who delights to walk with His children.

Jesus is returning soon. How good it will be if you have already developed a close relationship with Him. Will you be ready to rule and reign with Him in Jesus Millennial Kingdom? If you want to know more about what is next on God’s agenda for planet Earth go to http://www.millennialkingdom.net

My next post will be on Discerning God’s Voice

EVERY MAN AND WOMAN WILL GIVE AN ACCOUNT TO GOD

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Every man is made by God, every man will give an account to God, and that truth will outlast any human power to defy him. God is righteous and holy and He will judge evil and wickedness. How many people in the world are living in accordance with this truth? Sadly, not many, so let us that know the truth, do our best to follow the Holy Spirit’s lead to alert those to this truth, to whomever He takes us. Just follow His lead. Don’t try and do anything in your own strength that is wasted time. God sent the Holy Spirit to indwell every believers spirit so we can once again be the lamp of the Lord as stated in Proverbs: “The spirit of man is the lamp of the Lord, searching all his innermost parts.” Proverbs 20:27. A lamp cannot function without oil which is the Holy Spirit.

“For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil. Therefore, knowing the fear of the Lord, we persuade others” 2 Corinthians 5:10-11

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YOU CANNOT LIVE THE CHRISTIAN LIFE WITHOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT

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When the Holy Spirit enters you these seven major things will happen. Your life will never be the same. In this powerful and eye-opening teaching, Building Godly Mindsets reveal seven major things that happen when the Holy Spirit fills your heart. You’ll learn how the Spirit transforms your mind, ignites spiritual gifts, deepens your prayer life, and gives you boldness to witness. Discover how the presence of God breaks chains, produces the fruit of the Spirit, and draws you closer to Jesus Christ. Through biblical truth, inspiring scripture, and real-life examples, we explore the supernatural change that comes with the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Whether you’re seeking spiritual growth, revival, or a deeper relationship with God, this message will empower your faith and open your eyes to the power of the Holy Spirit in your daily walk. Prepare to experience transformation, divine guidance, and an unshakable passion for God’s Kingdom.

Building Godly Mindsets aims to construct a stronger, wiser, and more resilient self. As a community, we delve into various aspects of personal growth, leadership, and development, using a solid foundation of godly teachings.

GOD WILL GIVE YOU A FUTURE AND A HOPE

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“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.” John 3:16-17

Step 1. You need to repent of your sin of rebellion against God and His commandments, accepting Jesus as your Saviour and Lord, acknowledging the enormity of His sacrifice on the cross.

Jesus answered, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God.” John 3:5

Step 2. You need to be baptised (evidence you have died to self and arisen a new person in Christ) and receive the Holy Spirit as your counsellor, teacher, helper and comforter; otherwise, you cannot live the Christian life.

“‘For I know the plans I have for you’, says the Lord. ‘They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.’”  Jeremiah 29:11

Step 3. Know that God has a plan for your life, but you must allow the Holy Spirit to guide your every step. Do not grieve Him or quench His work in your life.

“And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.” Ephesians 4:30

ARE YOU EMPOWERED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT?

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The risen Lord instructed His disciples: “And now I am sending down to you what the Father had promised. Stay in the city then until you are clothed from on high” (Luke 24:49).

The disciples gathered in the Upper Room and waited for the fulfilment of the Lord’s promise. This occurred on Pentecost day. The promise must have seemed mysterious to them. Yet we know that the Lord spoke about His intention no less than three times during the Last Supper discourse. The Lord said that He would send them an Advocate, a helper: “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything and remind you of all that I have said to you” (John 14:26).

The promise was that they would receive the Holy Spirit. His presence, among other things, would strengthen and deepen their faith and understanding of it. This reminds us that an important role of the Holy Spirit in the Christian life is to enlighten the mind, guiding it in the way of truth.

“But when the Spirit of Truth comes, he will lead you to the complete truth since he will not be speaking as from himself but will say only what he has learned.”  John 16:12–13

It is the Holy Spirit that produces the fruit of the Spirit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh… But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” Galatians 5:16, 22-23

It is the Holy Spirit that provides the gifts of the Spirit for ministry: wisdom, knowledge, faith, healing, miracles, prophecy, distinguishing between spirits, speaking in tongues, interpretation of tongues,

“Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who empowers them all in everyone. “For to one is given through the Spirit the utterance of wisdom, and to another the utterance of knowledge according to the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by the one Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another the ability to distinguish between spirits, to another various kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues.: 1 Corinthians 12: 4, 8-10

As we walk in the Holy Spirit and not according to our own strivings, we will fulfil His plan for our lives.

“If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit.” Galatians 5:25

WE NEED HOLY SPIRIT POWER

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What we can learn from the Chinese underground church.

This testimony reveals the world’s most significant revival inside China’s underground church and their ambitious “Back to Jerusalem” vision to reach unreached people groups between China and Jerusalem. Eugene Bach shares incredible stories of Chinese house church pastors demonstrating the power of the Holy Spirit in persecution, prison miracles, and supernatural ministry that no training could prepare them for.

Through decades of working alongside these persecuted believers, the message emphasizes that completing the Great Commission requires the Spirit of God more than resources, people, or training programs.

“It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh is no help at all. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life.” John 6:63

WALKING WITH JESUS

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“All things have been handed over to me by my Father, and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. Come to me, all who labour and are heavily laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30

What an amazing Scripture: Jesus says, all things have been handed over to Him by His Father and Jesus makes the decision as to who will get to know our Heavenly Father (anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal Him). Also, look at the invitation Jesus gives us:

  • Come to Me
  • Recover your life
  • Real rest
  • Walk with Me and work with Me
  • Watch how I do it
  • Keep company with Me

I feel odd about writing this, but it looks like Jesus wants to hang out with us. At the same time, I am reminded of the Scripture: “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding.” Psalms 111:10. A healthy respect, knowing Jesus is God, is required.

Also, understanding the role of the Holy Spirit as our counsellor, teacher, comforter, and helper is important in understanding our relationship with Jesus, our Lord and Saviour. Jesus made it possible for our Heavenly Father to send the Holy Spirit to indwell our spirit. Without the Holy Spirit it is impossible to live the Christian life. If we allow Him to guide our steps each and every day, we will be in a good relationship with Jesus and our Heavenly Father. The apostle Paul gives us good advice:

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Do not quench the Spirit. Do not despise prophecies, but test everything; hold fast what is good. Abstain from every form of evil.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

“And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.” Ephesians 4:30