Priscilla Shirer: Learn to Hear from God through His Word! | Praise on TBN

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Individuals are encouraged to engage with the Bible through the five P's of Bible study, emphasizing a personal, relational approach to connect with God. Practical advice is given on creating physical spaces of silence and solitude to hear from God, with a focus on reading and understanding Scripture within its context.

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  • Acknowledges the complexities individuals face in life and introduces the concept of the five P's of Bible study as a transformative tool for connecting with God.
  • Emphasizes the importance of positioning oneself spiritually and physically to hear from God, incorporating spiritual anticipation, reading in context, and seeking insights through prayerful reflection and obedience.

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  • How can one connect with God through the Bible?

    By positioning oneself spiritually and physically to hear from God, individuals can connect with Him through His word. This involves creating physical spaces of silence and solitude to facilitate hearing from God, even amidst daily chaos. By expecting to hear from God with spiritual anticipation, like A.W. Tozier suggests, and by reading the Bible in its entirety, understanding the context, and meditating on its meaning, one can deepen their relationship with God.

  • What is the living nature of the Bible?

    The Bible is described as living due to the role of the Holy Spirit in illuminating its relevance to personal circumstances. By engaging with the Bible beyond mere reading and by personalizing the spiritual principles found within its verses, individuals can experience the transformative power of God's word in their lives.

  • How can one effectively study the Bible?

    To study the Bible effectively, it is advised to read a whole book of the Bible from start to finish, spending time daily reading and understanding one or two verses. By reading the passage multiple times in different translations, paraphrasing major principles, and prayerfully seeking insights into God's character and directives, individuals can grasp the nuances of the text and apply its teachings to their lives.

  • Why is it important to avoid taking verses out of context?

    Taking verses out of context can be dangerous as it may lead to misinterpretation and misunderstanding of the intended message. By reading the Bible in its entirety, understanding the context within the chapter and book, and seeking spiritual principles hidden within the verses, individuals can ensure a more accurate and meaningful interpretation of God's word.

  • How can one ensure obedience to God's guidance?

    To ensure obedience to God's guidance, individuals can plan their obedience by setting a date to act on the insights gained from studying the Bible. By prioritizing obedience, enlisting accountability from others in the community of faith, and seeking support and challenge, individuals can stay committed to following God's guidance and living congruently with His principles.

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"Transformative Bible study: Connecting with God"

  • The speaker acknowledges the complexities and challenges individuals face in various aspects of life.
  • Introduces the concept of the five P's of Bible study as a transformative tool for connecting with God through His word.
  • Emphasizes the living nature of the Bible, highlighting the role of the Holy Spirit in illuminating its relevance to personal circumstances.
  • Encourages a personal, relational approach to engaging with the Bible, beyond mere reading.
  • The first P of Bible study is to position oneself spiritually and physically to hear from God.
  • A.W. Tozier's perspective on expecting to hear from God is shared, stressing the importance of spiritual anticipation.
  • Reference to John 10 where Jesus highlights the natural ability of His followers to hear His voice.
  • The psalmist's expectation of seeing God's hand in the midst of challenges is highlighted.
  • The prophet Habakkuk's example of vocalizing concerns to God and then positioning himself to hear from Him is discussed.
  • Practical advice is given on creating physical spaces of silence and solitude to facilitate hearing from God, even in the midst of daily chaos.

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Studying Bible verses for spiritual growth.

  • Taking verses out of context can be dangerous, so it's advised to read a whole book of the Bible from start to finish.
  • Spend time daily reading one or two verses, ensuring to understand the context within the chapter and book.
  • Pour over the passage by reading it multiple times in different translations to grasp nuances and meditate on its meaning.
  • Paraphrase major principles from the verses without trying to sound clever, focusing on the literal meaning.
  • Identify spiritual principles hidden in the paraphrased verses by prayerfully seeking insights into God's character and directives.
  • Personalize the spiritual principles by posing questions about living congruently with them and adjusting attitudes or behaviors accordingly.
  • Plan obedience by setting a date to act on the insights gained from the spiritual principles, prioritizing obedience to God's guidance.
  • Enlist accountability from others to ensure follow-through on the plans for obedience, seeking support and challenge from the community of faith.
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