HIS TRUTH ENDURE TO ALL GENERATIONSPsalm 100.5

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Bible Studies – regular schedule This Evening– Ben Miller Aug 16 – Our annual Corn Roast and fireworks

at the Pastor’s 389, 369, 303

"DOES GOD SPEAK TODAY?"

We're wired by God our Creator to need regular time where we hear no voice but His.

God speaking audibly is the exception, not the rule.

Normally and Primarily He speaks through the Holy Scriptures.

“HOW DOES GOD SPEAK TODAY?" We know that God still “speaks” to

people today in several ways. How? opportunities, open or closed

doors, provision, even a burden or loss

God allows events to occur in our lives to direct us, change us, and help us to grow spiritually.

…BY MY SPIRIT, SAYS THE LORD

Someone who would teach and guide all those who believe in Him (John 14:26;16:7).

THE HOLY SPIRIT HAS MANY FUNCTIONS: He distributes spiritual gifts according to

His will (1 Cor 12:7–11), comforts and teaches believers (

John 14:16, 26), remains as a seal of promise upon our

hearts until the day of Jesus’ return (Eph 1:13;4:30).

leads us in the way we should go and revealing God’s truth (Luke 12:12;1 Cor 2:6–10).

HOW DO WE DISCERN BETWEEN OUR OWN THOUGHTS AND HIS LEADING? BE familiar with God’s Word. He’s the Author. The Bible is the ultimate source of wisdom

about how we should live (2 Tim 3:16-17), and

Believers must search the Scriptures, meditate on them, and commit them to memory (Ps 119).

Knowledge of God’s Word can help us to discern whether or not our desires come from the Holy Spirit of from our own initiative.

We must test our inner voice against Scripture—the Holy Spirit will never prod us to do anything contrary to God’s Word. 1 John 4.1

If an idea conflicts with the Bible, then it is not from the Holy Spirit and should be ignored.

3 Tests: Check every message against the

policy and procedure manual Get to know His voice Understand His overall purpose 

SO WHAT DOES HE SAY?

To Abraham – “Trust Me – here’s what I’m going to do” Gen 12

To the nation of Israel – “Follow Me – This is the way to blessing” Warnings…Promises of Restoration… Isa 41

Through Jesus and Apostles Invitation & Instruction Mt 11.28 Acts 1.8 2 Tim 3.16-17

WHAT DOES HE SAY NOW?

Summary Statements: Faith, Hope, Love

Faith Heb 11.6 Obedience Growth 2 Pet 3.18 Study 2 Tm 2.15

Hope 2 Tim 4.6-8 Confidence Purpose Victory 1 Cor 2.9

Love Mt 22.36-40; Jn 13.35 Worship Evidence 1 Cor 13; 1 Jn 4.7, 20