Listen to That “Still Small Voice”!

Have you ever had a quiet thought or nudge inside warning you to do—or not do—something? That internal voice becomes clearer and stronger the more we practice listening to it. The opposite is also true: when we ignore those inner promptings, we may begin to hear them less.

Jesus said that His sheep hear His voice, and they follow Him. As believers, we can train our spiritual ears to listen more intentionally in our everyday lives.

Take this example: You’re at the grocery store and a thought comes to you—Buy butter. You hesitate, thinking, I just bought butter three days ago, so you

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dismiss it. But when you get home, you realize your daughter used the last of it to bake chocolate chip cookies. That inner prompting was right all along.

This is how the Holy Spirit works in our daily lives—leading, guiding, and speaking in small but meaningful ways. 

How Does the Holy Spirit Speak?

1. Through the Word of God (Scripture)

God’s Word is our primary guide. It teaches us how to live an overcoming Christian life.

Psalm 119:105 (NIV): "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path."

2 Timothy 3:16–17 (NLT): “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true... God uses it to prepare and equip His people to do every good work.”

2. Through Thoughts and Impressions

Sometimes the Holy Spirit gives us a thought, a mental picture, or a strong impression—what some call a “word of knowledge.”

John 14:26 (ESV): “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit... will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.”

3. Through Confirmation from Others

God may use a prophet, a sermon, or a godly friend to confirm what He’s already stirring in your heart.

2 Corinthians 13:1 (NKJV): “By the mouth of two or three witnesses every word shall be established.”

4. Through Inner Peace and Assurance

God's Spirit often brings peace and assurance when He is leading us in the right direction.

Colossians 3:15 (NIV): “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts…”
The word “rule” here means to act as an umpire—helping you make right decisions.

💭 Reflection:

• Are you tuning in to the still, small voice of the Holy Spirit?

• Is there something He’s prompting you to do that you’ve been ignoring?

• What “small” promptings have you noticed this week?

Prayer:

Holy Spirit, I want to be more sensitive to Your voice. Help me to recognize Your promptings and obey without hesitation. Teach me through Your Word, lead me with peace, and surround me with confirmation when I need clarity. I yield my heart and my ears to You today. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Declaration:

I hear the voice of the Good Shepherd.
I am led by the Spirit of God. God’s Word lights my path, and His peace rules in my heart.
I will obey the still, small voice and live a victorious life through Christ.