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hello all!
As I have been learning more and more about reformed theology over the past couple years, my worldview has been challenged over and over again (which is good!) Lately I’m wondering about what proper communication with God practically looks like, especially in concerning receiving from the Lord.
I was saved 6 years ago when I was 20 - my initial entry of Christian life was into a highly charismatic organization - strong emphasis in tongues, prophecy (including writing prophecies, putting them in a hat, and having people randomly draw them), and healing. They taught us how conduct ‘listening prayer’ - going to God in prayer and silently meditating whilst waiting for a response. My theology has been consistently reforming since leaving the organization in 2016.
My question is - what is the reformed perspective on hearing from the Lord? Is this a sola scriptura situation, or does God still directly speak to us today if we take time to intentionally listen? If I am seeking direction from God in a decision I need to make, can/does God directly tell me (verbally or noetically) or does He only speak through Scripture and/or inclining my heart towards going a certain direction in a seemingly natural way?
Any insights would be appreciated!
As I have been learning more and more about reformed theology over the past couple years, my worldview has been challenged over and over again (which is good!) Lately I’m wondering about what proper communication with God practically looks like, especially in concerning receiving from the Lord.
I was saved 6 years ago when I was 20 - my initial entry of Christian life was into a highly charismatic organization - strong emphasis in tongues, prophecy (including writing prophecies, putting them in a hat, and having people randomly draw them), and healing. They taught us how conduct ‘listening prayer’ - going to God in prayer and silently meditating whilst waiting for a response. My theology has been consistently reforming since leaving the organization in 2016.
My question is - what is the reformed perspective on hearing from the Lord? Is this a sola scriptura situation, or does God still directly speak to us today if we take time to intentionally listen? If I am seeking direction from God in a decision I need to make, can/does God directly tell me (verbally or noetically) or does He only speak through Scripture and/or inclining my heart towards going a certain direction in a seemingly natural way?
Any insights would be appreciated!