One of the great mysteries people have dealt with through the ages is: does God speak to people today? Some Christian leaders vehemently exert that, since the writing of Scripture, it is no longer necessary for God to communicate directly with people. Others believe God communicates with people but they are unsure how to recognize His voice.
If Scripture is to be our guide (and it is), then it is clear that the Creator of the universe chooses to communicate His will with His people. When we read the Bible we find God speaking to His people in the book of Genesis and He is still speaking to people in the book of Revelation. We have no other guide for how to live the Christian life than the Bible. What is truly remarkable is not that God speaks, but that we can survive the encounter.
Consider for a moment who it is who is speaking to you. It is God. With one word, He launched a universe into existence. With a word He created life. His word will determine the eternal fate of every human being. It ought to make us tremble when God speaks to us! Are you reverently, expectantly, and submissively awaiting God’s next word to you?