How does the Holy Spirit speak to you?

The voice of the Spirit is described in the scriptures as being neither loud nor harsh, not a voice of thunder, neither a voice of great tumultuous noise, but rather as still and small, of perfect mildness, as if it had been a whisper, and it can pierce even the very soul and cause the heart to burn.

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What does it feel like when the Holy Spirit speaks to you?

For some people, the Holy Ghost may cause them to feel overwhelmed with emotion and moved to tears. For others, tears rarely or never come. And that's okay. For them, the Holy Ghost may produce a subtle feeling of gratitude, peace, reverence, or love (see Galatians 5:22–23).

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What happens when the Holy Spirit enters you?

Acts 1:8 says, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” This power that comes from the Holy Spirit allows you to stand strong for the things of God.

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What are signs that God is talking to you?

It's been posited that God speaks to us through circumstances: blocked pathways, dreams, feelings, inspirations, music, nature, symbols, tender mercies, thoughts and visions. Some say he communicates through the community of believers, prayer, scriptures, sermons, wise counsel and His very creation.

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Does God give warning signs?

God sends us the warning signs but we trivialize them; we convince ourselves that we can handle whatever is coming, that if we survived the last time, we can do it again. Through His Word, God reminds us to take caution and be alert. How gracious is He to speak to us through His Word.

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3 Signs The Holy Spirit Is Speaking To You (This May Surprise You)

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What are the two signs of the Holy Spirit?

The symbols of the Holy Spirit are: Dove, Fire, Oil, Wind and Water. The Dove: This can be seen in the description of the baptism of Christ (Matt. 3:16; Mark 1:10; Luke 3:22; John 1:30-34). A dove symbolises peace (Psalms 55:6; Song of Songs 2:12); purity (Song of Songs 5:2; 6:9); innocence (Matt.

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Do you cry when the Holy Spirit comes?

Certainly the Spirit of the Lord can bring strong emotional feelings, including tears, but that outward manifestation ought not to be confused with the presence of the Spirit itself” (in Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service [2004], 99).

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Where does the Holy Spirit stay in your body?

Come Holy Spirit. 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Your whole spirit . So too, it is the new nature through which God works in us. Jesus said that the spirit literally dwells in our belly.

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What happens when you don't listen to the Holy Spirit?

When the Holy Spirit is not in your life, or when you've not obeyed the voice of the Holy Spirit, you're good for nothing, for you bear no fruits and you lose sense of productivity and you become unworthy than before.

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How can I hear the Holy Ghost?

How to Tune in to the Holy Ghost
  1. First is fasting and prayer. ...
  2. Second is immersing yourself in the scriptures. ...
  3. Third is preparing to spend time in the house of the Lord. ...
  4. Fourth is listening to the counsel of your father and mother. ...
  5. Fifth is obedience and repentance.

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Why can't I feel the Holy Spirit?

An inability to feel the Spirit, or a general feeling of apathy or numbness, is often a symptom of poor mental health. God has not forsaken you. Consider for a moment that the Spirit may be communicating with you in a different way than you have experienced before.

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Is the Holy Spirit always speaking to us?

Work of the Holy Spirit

God is the source of all life and goodness. The Holy Spirit allows us to experience and interact with the presence of God who is the very definition of love. Looking at the various activities of the Holy Spirit, we can see that in every instance, he is speaking to us in a voice of love.

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How do I know if I'm walking in the Spirit?

Two Ways to Know That You're Walking in the Spirit
  1. The Spirit of God will always agree with the Word of God. Study the Word of God. It is true, never-changing, its applicability is never-ending, and it is fascinating. ...
  2. The Spirit of God will lead you to freedom. Years ago I attended a retreat on the fruit of the Spirit.

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How to see the Holy Spirit?

Here's how:
  1. Open your mouth wide, breathe in as deeply as possible, and tell God in your spirit, “I am receiving the Holy Spirit right now by faith.”
  2. Begin to speak as the Holy Spirit gives you utterance. Don't say anything in English.
  3. In Acts 1:5, Jesus told the disciples they would be baptized in the Holy Spirit.

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What are the 7 manifestations of the Holy Spirit?

The seven gifts of the Holy Spirit are an enumeration of seven spiritual gifts first found in the book of Isaiah, and much commented upon by patristic authors. They are: wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord.

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What powers does the Holy Spirit have?

Holy Spirit reveals the mystery of God and it also testifies against sin, (Amos 3:7; 2nd Kings 17:13). Abstaining from sin is a way to please God. Holy Spirit helps us to conquer the temptation of sin when it raises its ugly head. He teaches us the do and don'ts of God's kingdom and will grant us eternal life.

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How does God send messages?

He speaks through scriptures, impressions, dreams and angels. On matters universally relevant, He speaks through His living prophet. Occasionally Christ physically appears on earth and speaks. We hear God's words according to our faithfulness, to help with our personal needs.

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How does God speak to people?

Through His still, small voice inside our hearts

This is the best way to describe God's voice in our lives. God's voice is profoundly audible, though it isn't always distinguishable by our physical ears. God doesn't have to speak loudly, because He lives in our hearts. He doesn't want to intimidate us.

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How do you know God is preparing you?

If you know you would run from God and be angry if he never answered this prayer request, that means your heart is not ready to receive it. But if you are truly willing to serve God and love him fully even if he never gives you the thing you are asking him for, this is a great sign you are being prepared to receive it.

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What does God sound like when he speaks to you?

The Bible more often portrays God's voice as sounding ordinary and meek than as booming and thunderous.

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Can you feel the Holy Ghost?

Feelings of the Holy Spirit can be likened to hope, joy and peace in your heart and mind. (1 Kings 17) During a time of famine, the prophet Elijah rewards the faith of Zarephath with food. Feelings of the Holy Spirit can be likened to hope, joy and peace in your heart and mind.

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