Conversations with God Pt. 2
The Power of Inquiring: Having Conversations with God
Have you ever stood at a crossroads, unsure which direction to take? Perhaps you're facing a decision that seems good on the surface, but something deep within whispers caution. In those moments, we need more than our own wisdom—we need divine guidance. The question is: Are we asking for it?
The Confidence of Prayer
The Apostle John reveals a profound truth about prayer in his first epistle: "And this is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us" (1 John 5:14). This isn't just religious rhetoric—it's a promise that changes everything about how we approach God. When we pray according to God's will—which is revealed in His Word—we can have absolute confidence that He hears us. And if He hears us, we already have what we've asked for, even before we see it manifest in the natural realm. This is the remarkable degree of confidence available to every believer. We are entitled to approach God boldly, not because of our own merit, but because of what Christ accomplished on our behalf. The challenge? We must align our requests with His will, not our wishes. This requires us to know what His Word says, to understand His plans, and to surrender our own agendas.
The Art of Inquiring
Throughout Scripture, we see a pattern among those who experienced God's favor: they inquired of the Lord. To inquire means more than casually asking for information. It means:
Inquire About Everything
This principle extends far beyond military battles. We should inquire of the Lord about everything—yes, everything. Which route to take to work. What to do with financial blessings. Whether it's the right season for a relationship. How to invest resources. What to say in a difficult conversation. When we inquire of the Lord consistently, we grow in our ability to hear His voice clearly. We develop confidence in our relationship with Him. We move from spiritual childhood—where we resist obedience—to spiritual maturity, where we eagerly align ourselves with His will.
Here are four powerful questions to ask God regularly:
The Power of Simple Obedience
Here's a truth that might challenge our desire for spiritual depth: Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is simply obey what God has already clearly revealed in His Word. We can provoke a heavenly response without even opening our mouths—just by living in obedience. While we're searching for deep mysteries and debating theological nuances, we often neglect the simple commands: stop gossiping, flee sexual immorality, give generously, forgive quickly, love your enemies, honor your spouse. When Jesus attended the wedding at Cana, His first miracle came through simple obedience to the Father's prompting. The servants filled the water pots as instructed, and water became wine. Obedience unlocked the miraculous. Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 10 that we're in a spiritual battle requiring spiritual weapons. The most powerful weapon? Bringing every thought into obedience to Christ. This means:
Your Actions Are Weighed
First Samuel 2:23 contains a sobering truth: "By him your actions are weighed." God examines how we live. Our behavior reveals what we truly believe. You cannot pray for your spouse's transformation while treating them with contempt. You cannot claim faith for financial freedom while spending recklessly. You cannot declare healing while filling your body with harmful substances. Faith without corresponding action is dead. When our actions align with God's Word, we activate angelic assistance. Angels are sent to minister to heirs of salvation—but they move according to God's will, not our wishes. Right living creates the environment for heavenly intervention.
The Cost of Disobedience
Perhaps the most challenging truth is this: sometimes God warns us about decisions that seem good but will harm us in the future. One seemingly good decision today can affect us negatively tomorrow. When God says no or wait, and we proceed anyway, we step into disobedience. And disobedience opens doors to consequences we never intended. It doesn't matter if the decision made sense logically, if everyone else approved, or if the opportunity seemed perfect. If God said no, obedience is the only path to blessing. The good news? Even when we've walked in disobedience, God offers restoration. Repentance—genuine turning away from our path and toward His—brings us back into fellowship and opens the door to His plans once again.
Living the Conversation
Having conversations with God isn't a once-a-week religious exercise. It's a lifestyle of continual communion, constant inquiry, and consistent obedience. It's asking Him about the small things and the big things. It's believing what He says over what we see. It's acting on His Word even when it's uncomfortable. The question isn't whether God is speaking. He is—through His Word, by His Spirit, in that still small voice within. The question is: Are we listening? Are we inquiring? And when He answers, are we willing to obey? Your life can look radically different at the end of this year. Not because of your own striving, but because you learned to inquire of the Lord, align with His will, and simply obey. The provision is already there. The victory is already won. You just need to go where He's instructing you to go and do what He's telling you to do.
So today, start the conversation. Inquire of the Lord. And watch what He does in response.
The Confidence of Prayer
The Apostle John reveals a profound truth about prayer in his first epistle: "And this is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us" (1 John 5:14). This isn't just religious rhetoric—it's a promise that changes everything about how we approach God. When we pray according to God's will—which is revealed in His Word—we can have absolute confidence that He hears us. And if He hears us, we already have what we've asked for, even before we see it manifest in the natural realm. This is the remarkable degree of confidence available to every believer. We are entitled to approach God boldly, not because of our own merit, but because of what Christ accomplished on our behalf. The challenge? We must align our requests with His will, not our wishes. This requires us to know what His Word says, to understand His plans, and to surrender our own agendas.
The Art of Inquiring
Throughout Scripture, we see a pattern among those who experienced God's favor: they inquired of the Lord. To inquire means more than casually asking for information. It means:
- Seeking out God's perspective
- Asking for directions in every situation
- Finding His truth for the purpose of alignment
Inquire About Everything
This principle extends far beyond military battles. We should inquire of the Lord about everything—yes, everything. Which route to take to work. What to do with financial blessings. Whether it's the right season for a relationship. How to invest resources. What to say in a difficult conversation. When we inquire of the Lord consistently, we grow in our ability to hear His voice clearly. We develop confidence in our relationship with Him. We move from spiritual childhood—where we resist obedience—to spiritual maturity, where we eagerly align ourselves with His will.
Here are four powerful questions to ask God regularly:
- Why is this not working? (Instead of blaming others)
- What would You have me to do? (Not what to tell others to do)
- What am I not doing that I should be doing?
- What am I doing that I should stop doing?
The Power of Simple Obedience
Here's a truth that might challenge our desire for spiritual depth: Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is simply obey what God has already clearly revealed in His Word. We can provoke a heavenly response without even opening our mouths—just by living in obedience. While we're searching for deep mysteries and debating theological nuances, we often neglect the simple commands: stop gossiping, flee sexual immorality, give generously, forgive quickly, love your enemies, honor your spouse. When Jesus attended the wedding at Cana, His first miracle came through simple obedience to the Father's prompting. The servants filled the water pots as instructed, and water became wine. Obedience unlocked the miraculous. Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 10 that we're in a spiritual battle requiring spiritual weapons. The most powerful weapon? Bringing every thought into obedience to Christ. This means:
- Rejecting thoughts that contradict God's Word
- Refusing to make decisions based solely on feelings
- Aligning our emotions with Scripture
- Disciplining our bodies to honor God
Your Actions Are Weighed
First Samuel 2:23 contains a sobering truth: "By him your actions are weighed." God examines how we live. Our behavior reveals what we truly believe. You cannot pray for your spouse's transformation while treating them with contempt. You cannot claim faith for financial freedom while spending recklessly. You cannot declare healing while filling your body with harmful substances. Faith without corresponding action is dead. When our actions align with God's Word, we activate angelic assistance. Angels are sent to minister to heirs of salvation—but they move according to God's will, not our wishes. Right living creates the environment for heavenly intervention.
The Cost of Disobedience
Perhaps the most challenging truth is this: sometimes God warns us about decisions that seem good but will harm us in the future. One seemingly good decision today can affect us negatively tomorrow. When God says no or wait, and we proceed anyway, we step into disobedience. And disobedience opens doors to consequences we never intended. It doesn't matter if the decision made sense logically, if everyone else approved, or if the opportunity seemed perfect. If God said no, obedience is the only path to blessing. The good news? Even when we've walked in disobedience, God offers restoration. Repentance—genuine turning away from our path and toward His—brings us back into fellowship and opens the door to His plans once again.
Living the Conversation
Having conversations with God isn't a once-a-week religious exercise. It's a lifestyle of continual communion, constant inquiry, and consistent obedience. It's asking Him about the small things and the big things. It's believing what He says over what we see. It's acting on His Word even when it's uncomfortable. The question isn't whether God is speaking. He is—through His Word, by His Spirit, in that still small voice within. The question is: Are we listening? Are we inquiring? And when He answers, are we willing to obey? Your life can look radically different at the end of this year. Not because of your own striving, but because you learned to inquire of the Lord, align with His will, and simply obey. The provision is already there. The victory is already won. You just need to go where He's instructing you to go and do what He's telling you to do.
So today, start the conversation. Inquire of the Lord. And watch what He does in response.
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