Key Takeaways:

• Loneliness can be experienced even in the presence of others and is often a consequence of lacking meaningful relationships.
• Research indicates loneliness has significant health risks, including a higher likelihood of cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's progression.
• Feeling lonely is a natural part of being human, reflecting our intrinsic need to be known and understood by others.
• The Bible notes that it is not good for humans to be alone; companionship and connection are fundamental to God’s design.
• Addressing loneliness requires awareness and intentional action to nurture deeper, more meaningful relationships.

Notable Quotes:

• "We can be in a crowd and still feel lonely."
• "Loneliness is proving to be a greater risk factor than smoking or obesity."
• "If I'm alone, I have nothing."
• "The first step in dealing with loneliness is to understand the natural God-given need that we all have as humans."
• "Go and hold the babies, pick them up, play with them, talk to them, touch them. They need other humans."

The God of the Bible is a talking God. All throughout the Scriptures, God is seen talking to people. First to the prophets, then most fully in Jesus and today through his Holy Spirit. When we choose to follow Jesus, the Spirit speaks to remind us of all that Jesus established and apply it to our lives.

So how does the Spirit speak? How do we know it’s God? And what happens afterwards? Join Rev Dr Tania Harris as she explores what the Spirit is saying to us. Everyday God Conversations will encourage you weekly to reflect on the God-conversations of Scripture, the ultimate God-conversation in Jesus and to hear from the Holy Spirit yourself. Remember, it was never meant to be a one-way conversation!

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Key Takeaways:

• Genuine relationships with God, like with people, thrive on honesty, even in difficult times.

• Vulnerability with God signifies trust and leads to a clearer perception of His voice.

• Many biblical figures demonstrated rawness in their communication with God, showing that honesty is respected rather than irreverent.

• Accepting God's difficult truths is part of the process that leads to spiritual growth and freedom.

• Tania encourages listeners to embark on their own journey of hearing God’s voice by subscribing to her email devotional for guided insights.

Notable Quotes:

• “The ability to be honest is what builds intimacy in human relationships. And the same is true for God.”

• “Honesty is not so much a sign of irreverence as a sign of trust.”

• “Vulnerability lies at the heart of intimacy, and it is key to hearing from the Holy Spirit.”

• “God always speaks from a place of love. It's always for our best.”

The God of the Bible is a talking God. All throughout the Scriptures, God is seen talking to people. First to the prophets, then most fully in Jesus and today through his Holy Spirit. When we choose to follow Jesus, the Spirit speaks to remind us of all that Jesus established and apply it to our lives.

So how does the Spirit speak? How do we know it’s God? And what happens afterwards? Join Rev Dr Tania Harris as she explores what the Spirit is saying to us. Everyday God Conversations will encourage you weekly to reflect on the God-conversations of Scripture, the ultimate God-conversation in Jesus and to hear from the Holy Spirit yourself. Remember, it was never meant to be a one-way conversation!

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Key Takeaways:

• Trust is foundational in hearing God’s voice and receiving His messages.

• God’s reliability is emphasized in Scripture, and trusting Him requires faith and action.

• Personal stories of faith, like giving away finances, highlight God’s provision when trust is placed in Him.

• The relationship with God is reciprocal; while we trust God, we need to be trustworthy in return.

• Practicing trust and showing commitment to God can lead to a clearer understanding of divine communication.

Notable Quotes:

• "Trust lies at the heart of any relationship. If we don't trust someone, we won't hear or receive what they say."

• "Through that whole experience, I learned that God is trustworthy, that God is not a human being who lies."

• "The question is, will we say yes? Jesus said that we show our love for God by what we do."

• "When the Spirit calls us, we can trust God's words."

The God of the Bible is a talking God. All throughout the Scriptures, God is seen talking to people. First to the prophets, then most fully in Jesus and today through his Holy Spirit. When we choose to follow Jesus, the Spirit speaks to remind us of all that Jesus established and apply it to our lives.

So how does the Spirit speak? How do we know it’s God? And what happens afterwards? Join Rev Dr Tania Harris as she explores what the Spirit is saying to us. Everyday God Conversations will encourage you weekly to reflect on the God-conversations of Scripture, the ultimate God-conversation in Jesus and to hear from the Holy Spirit yourself. Remember, it was never meant to be a one-way conversation!

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.