Who’s Will Do You Want to Be In?

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“Trample on any hint of guidance that conflicts with what God has already revealed,” says Chris Tiegreen (editor of Walk Thru the Bible) in his devotional Hearing His Voice.

This past year, I felt God speak to me through a specific Scripture. I wasn’t expecting anything unusual that morning as I read in Amos. But then… a verse seemed to leap off the page, as if to say, “I’m speaking directly into your life.” The prophetic passage was about the restoration of Israel, yet I knew it was also about a severed relationship in my own life that He wanted to restore.

I was taken aback. In that distinct moment, I knew God was speaking personally and unmistakably to me. The conviction followed me throughout the day, pressing in on me like batter in a waffle iron. I had never experienced such a clear declaration from God regarding my personal life. It felt steady and unwavering. I knew that if I didn’t follow through, I would be walking in disobedience.

When I shared my intention to act on what I believed God was directing me to do, most people were very supportive. A few, however, voiced concerns. The encouragement confirmed what I already sensed — that this was God’s will for me.

Unfortunately, there have been consequences from those who disagreed… even the loss of a few relationships. That grieves me. Yet the sadness has been replaced with God’s perfect peace, knowing I am walking in the center of His will. The confirmation continues as He blesses the restored relationship each day. We praise Him daily for what He was willing to do on our behalf.

Listen to how Peter and the apostles responded when the Sanhedrin demanded they stop teaching about Jesus: “We must obey God rather than human beings” (Acts 5:29). If we truly desire to be in the center of God’s will, we must be willing to do the same.

Until next time, keep on readin’, and I’ll keep on writin’.