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The Gentle Whisper

  • He said, 'Go out, and stand on the mountain before Yahweh.' Behold, Yahweh passed by, and a great and strong wind tore the mountains, and broke in pieces the rocks before Yahweh; but Yahweh was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake; but Yahweh was not in the earthquake. After the earthquake a fire passed; but Yahweh was not in the fire. After the fire, there was a still small voice. When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his mantle, went out, and stood in the entrance of the cave. Behold, a voice came to him, and said, 'What are you doing here, Elijah?' 1Kings 19:11 WEB

    Elijah was a seasoned prophet that knew the voice of God. When he was told to go and stand before God on the mountain, he remained inside the cave until he knew that the Lord was there.

    Elijah ignored the tornado or strong wind that came by. He ignored the earthquake that shook the mountains. He ignored the fire that passed by. Finally, he heard the sound of a low whisper and He knew that it was indeed God Almighty speaking. Elijah arose and went out to meet Him.

    The still small voice was a gentle whisper. The soft voice of God that speaks to your conscience and illuminates your mind. We are meant to hear His voice. That was His original plan, that each person listened to the Voice of God and obeyed, but in Exodus 20:19 the people were afraid and said 'Do not let God speak to us, let Him speak to you.'

    Jesus said 'My sheep hear My voice' (John 10:27). Hearing the whisper yourself changes things and will give you an edge that no one can take away.

    Often when the Lord speaks to us, it is easily drowned out by our busy lives and He does not shout over the noise. I find that I have to get quiet so that I can listen. This includes an inner calmness, a place of rest, so that you can hear Him. A quiet room is nice, but if your life is in turmoil there will be noise in your head. I have been there and done that. You have to fix what is wrong.

    Many times we are looking for the supernatural and His word often comes to us in such a natural way that we miss it. We expect a booming voice from God, but instead we hear the words of a mentor or friend or a song come to our mind. Maybe something they once told us in the past. That is the Holy Spirit whispering to you.

    Listen for the voice of the Lord always and try to be sensitive to the Spirit. That gentle whisper will make all the difference and can turn disaster and terror into peace and joy.

    Prayer: Father, teach me to hear Your voice and recognize when You are speaking. Help me make the right decisions and guide my steps today. Speak to me and through me Lord, in the name of Jesus Christ I pray.

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Mark Duell
Mark Duell Amen.
April 4, 2016
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Joan Joseph
Joan Joseph Wow, what a wonderful message. Lord bless me to turn off the noise and listen for your voice and continue to bless Pastor Todd to continune to spread encouraging words that comes from you, In Jesus name Amen.
April 4, 2016
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<i>Deleted Member</i>
Deleted Member Amen and Amen.
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David and Dianna Wyles
David and Dianna Wyles Amen! Yes! When I can truly quiet those inner demons and just be still, knowing he is God, I can hear that quiet whisper nudging me to follow where he leads! Today is a better day with more hope in my heart:) I am sorry for my ramblings and rantings yesterday and thank you to anyone who prayed or sent me scripture and encouragement. My husband saw the need for me to escape my ruminating thoughts and took me on a drive into nature :) I can always quiet those demons down and better listen to God in nature. Part of the problem is I ran out of hormones and getting them back to normal levels can be emotionally taxing. When I get out of balance hormonally, it knocks me out of balance emotionally too and even though I can recognise it I can't always redirect it untill the hormones level out some... it took 5 days back on the hormones to feel better today, although I am equally sure the nature trip is what helped me feel at peace the most so I could reboot and recharge. Thanks again to all who prayed and encouraged me. Pastor's Prayer: Father, teach me to hear Your voice and recognize when You are speaking. Help me make the right decisions and guide my steps today. Speak to me and through me Lord, in the name of Jesus Christ I pray.
April 4, 2016
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Kath Paro
Kath Paro Amen and hallelujah on getting spiritually and emotionally recentered.  I know personally the experience of having those out of balance.  It took me 3 months to regain that feeling of peace and serenity a year ago.  I applaud you for being able to get your reboot so quickly.  God bless you and may your balance remain with you for a long time!
April 4, 2016
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David and Dianna Wyles
David and Dianna Wyles Thank you! I'm getting there:) it can be a challenge but God walks with me! Thank you and God bless  
April 4, 2016
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Deleted Member Praying for you. You are going to be okay. Jesus loves you and so do we.
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Yvette York
Yvette York This is a nice message this morning I want to learn how to here gods when he's trying to speak to me Amen 
April 4, 2016
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Mari Kaufmann
Mari Kaufmann God please continue your work in my daughters life. Amen. 
April 4, 2016
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Marisa Jackson
Marisa Jackson Be still and know Our Lord is with us.  Let's take the busyness out of our lives and make time for Our Father in Heaven.  He is worth every second of it.  Father in Heaven, thank you for making time for me, I always want to make time for you!  Amen!!
April 4, 2016
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<i>Deleted Member</i>
Deleted Member Amen and Amen, may I too always have time for Jesus first and He will let all the other things work out for my good. God bless you.
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Schalk  de Beer
Schalk de Beer Yes Lord Jesus, amen. 
April 4, 2016
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Penelope Rhome
Penelope Rhome amen
April 4, 2016
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Kath Paro
Kath Paro Dion~ This speaks to me to think, have we listened to the whisper of God in our bringing Lonni into our home?  Was it our egos guiding us or God?  I deeply believe we are doing what God has directed us to do.  I feel the inner peace and joy at doing what's right.  God is guiding my walk and I am listening willingly. In the glory of God'sname, amen!
April 4, 2016
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Deleted Member God bless you, may you be blessed and may you have the comfort and strength to do what needs to be done. Love you lots and lots.
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Jay Jerisek
Jay Jerisek Honestly, I don't ever recall that I have actually heard the Lord's voice speaking to me. This scares me . Am I not one of His sheep?
April 4, 2016
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Karen Pasquinelli
Karen Pasquinelli Jay, I have thought that same thing in the past, but have come to realize that God can speak to me with a thought that comes to my mind, or someone may say something to me that I needed to hear.  I have never heard God literaly speak to me like Elijah did, I don't know anyone that has.  When I read the word of God there are times I go "WOW" that's what that means, and I believe that is when God is also speaking to me.  I sure hope this helps you.  I read God's word every morning before I go about my day and thru out the day I may even talk to God silently.   I hope what I am saying helps you Jay.
April 4, 2016
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Jay Jerisek
Jay Jerisek TY Karen for the reply. Yes your comments have helped me tremendously because I can relate to all you have posted and I have experienced those WOW moments as well.
April 6, 2016
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Karen Pasquinelli
Karen Pasquinelliedited: April 8, 2016 I am so glad I was able to be of help and thank you for letting me know.  And we both have had another WOW moment because what I wrote I truly believe came from God, because I am not a good writer...LOL
April 8, 2016
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MP (Mary Pat) Taylor
MP (Mary Pat) Taylor I find I hear Him best when I am outdoors. :) 
April 4, 2016
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Kathie Byram Lopez
Kathie Byram Lopez Father please help me to hear you .
April 4, 2016
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Pastor Marty Pena
Pastor Marty Pena Thank you Pastor Todd for delivering a vital message to all believers the main person of the Godhead, the Holy Spirit. I pray today that many will learn to listen to that small still voice through their prayer life, and the Word of God so that they will be led by the Spirit as they walk with the Spirit. He lives in us and is everywhere. 2 Corinthians 3:17 "Now the Lord is that Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty."
April 4, 2016
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Twila Stierwalt
Twila Stierwalt Amen, so true.
April 4, 2016
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Diane Casey
Diane Casey Amen! 
April 4, 2016
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Deborah Alexander
Deborah Alexander Yes Lord speak to my heart & give me your Holy Word
April 4, 2016
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Mike OBryan
Mike OBryan Good Morning!!!!!!! Thank you Pastor!!!! Hum very powerfull!! under in His Armour-we can be over comers! To not be sucked into the goings on around Us but resist it counter it is beautifull!! I recall running from issues when they hurt and were dangerous! To be wearing the Armour to with stand is beautifull! It takes practice! You won't get the Blessing healing victories, by leaving!! Stand your ground in confidence-you will over come!!!!!!!!
April 4, 2016
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Karen Pasquinelli
Karen Pasquinelli Amen!!!  Thank you Pastor Dion.
April 4, 2016
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Carol Pady
Carol Pady Amen! His voice is so subtle that when you first hear it , you are unsure of it. You think it may just be your own conscience or your own thoughts. As you desire to know Him better He gives you the ability to discern His voice. I hear Him more clearly now and when I obey His requests immediately, I have doors open and prayers answered.
April 4, 2016
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Twila Stierwalt
Twila Stierwalt I agree.
April 4, 2016
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Christina Ocasio
Christina Ocasioedited: April 4, 2016 I really needed this word today, been going thru some emotional issues, and physical issues crying out to the Lord asking for guidance , strength,  and comfort,  and to hear from Him, and He speaks to us in so many ways,  so this word definitely spoke to me! Thank you Abba for your gentle whispers...Amen ❤ ✌ 
April 4, 2016
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Twila Stierwalt
Twila Stierwalt Amen.
April 4, 2016
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Twila Stierwalt
Twila Stierwalt I know the Holy Spirit lives within me, and speaks to me through thoughts and through Gods word, and through others. God knows my heart, and knows my thoughts so I can trust Him with guiding me in my life, my conversation and in my service for Him. When I worry about something, God tells me to not worry, but to trust Him. He says don't worry about tomorrow because today has enough troubles of its own. Only Jesus can calm our soul and give us real joy, no matter what our circumstances are. Be still and know that I am God. The Holy Spirit is with me always, I can get so busy doing my own thing that I for get that He is active working in me. Thank God He is faithful and never leaves me.
April 4, 2016
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Deng Tembreza
Deng Tembreza Amen
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Deleted Member Amen, you are such a blessing Twila, thank you for all the wonderful words that you send to us and that help us get through many things that might be troubling our hearts. You are a blessing and I pray many many blessings over you, Twila as you bless us with your wisdom. Love you bunches.
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Tom Cartmell
Tom Cartmell Such a wonderful reading today Pastor Todd. It spoke directly to my heart. I love to hear that quiet voice. Love to all at RHM
April 4, 2016
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Diane Symborski✝
Diane Symborski✝ Amen! Thank You :-)
April 4, 2016
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann Amen pastor thanx for this mornings devotional it spoke to my heart!
April 4, 2016
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Molly Miller
Molly Miller Oh ....  I have been blessed to hear God.... Through a song that I love. And once I heard a male voice with me who said, go in peace, child.   It was Jesus.       All praises to Him!!!
April 4, 2016
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Wesley Paulus
Wesley Paulus Amen!
April 4, 2016
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<i>Deleted Member</i>
Deleted Member Amen, what a beautiful devotion and prayer. It was so mean't for me today, I pray let me be what you want me to be and let me hear Your still small voice when You speak to me, I pray and ask for peace in my heart, soul, mind and body and to know that it is You when I need to hear the answers to my prayer. 
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Joey Smith
Joey Smith AMEN  
April 4, 2016
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Angela Allard
Angela Allard This was good! Thank you!
April 4, 2016
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Julia  Bailey
Julia Bailey Thank you.  That was exactly what I need, but so hard sometime to just wait and not do or say anything. 
April 5, 2016
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Rachael Burke
Rachael Burke Amen, Lord help me to hear your sweet voice 
April 5, 2016
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Ticardo Williams
Ticardo Williams Amen.  Praise God!  Thanks Pastor Dion!  Lord, Speak to me and through me Today.  In Jesus' Name.  Amen.
April 5, 2016
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Tyler Velau
Tyler Velau Thank you, Pastor Todd for this wonderful devotional. But it does lead to questions and concerns. It is quite difficult for some to hear the voice of the Lord or recognize it to be His voice. I tend not to trust strange voices and if I were to hear them in my head I may seek psychiatric help. So, how exactly do we hear the Lord when He speaks to us, and how do we know it is Him speaking? 
April 5, 2016
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Julie Schneider
Julie Schneider This is just the best devotional ever!!  It is so wonderful and I keep reading it over and over.  Thank you so much, Dion!  This is truly inspired as are all of your devotions...but this one is amazing!
April 6, 2016