How God Speaks to Me Through the Scriptures

Summary

Have you ever opened the Old Testament, looked at the genealogies or the ancient laws, and wondered, "How in the world does this apply to me today?" Perhaps you want to hear God's voice, but the scriptures often feel more like a dry history book than a personal letter. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins licensed clinical social worker Wendi Christensen to answer the question: How God speaks to me through the scriptures.

We move from just reading the Word to actively receiving the Word by exploring the "Flashlight Principle"—how the Spirit can highlight a single word over and over to give you a green light for your goals. Wendi shares how she uses the active Word to find modern examples of Jesus setting healthy boundaries, while Tamara uncovers surprising insights about the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. She shares her raw "But if not" story, discussing how those three ancient words gave her the exact phrasing she needed to process God's heartbreaking answer regarding her sons' autism. Whether you're a Christian woman looking to solve the pain of spiritual boredom or simply curious about how God speaks to me through the scriptures, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion, and don’t forget to subscribe for more expert insights on personal revelation!

Episode Takeaways

1. The Eye of Faith: The scriptures become a personal letter when you read them with an "eye of faith." If you are struggling with a specific issue (like forgiving a sibling), search for a Bible story on that exact topic and ask the Spirit to be your tutor.
2. The Flashlight Principle: When God has a specific mission for you, He will often shine a "flashlight" on a recurring word in your scripture study. Tamara shares how the word "write" jumped off the page week after week until she finally began writing her book.
3. "But If Not" Faith: Tamara shares how the story of the fiery furnace gave her the words to process her grief. She learned to pray: "I know You can heal my sons' autism. But if You choose not to, I will still believe." The scriptures give us words when we have none of our own.
4. The Active Word: Hebrews 4:12 says the Word of God is "alive and active." Wendi shares how she uses the New Testament to see how Jesus modeled modern emotional health—setting boundaries, experiencing righteous anger, and taking time away to recharge in the wilderness.

Resources

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Reflection Questions

1. Do you currently view the scriptures as a history book or as an active, living tool for your current problems?
2. Has God ever shined a "flashlight" on a specific word or phrase for you over and over? Did you act on it?
3. Read Daniel 3 (Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego). In what area of your life do you need to develop a "But if not" kind of faith right now?
4. Look at the life of Jesus. How does His example of setting boundaries or taking time in the wilderness give you permission to care for your own emotional health?

Host & Guest

Tamara K. Anderson @tamarakanderson

Wendi Christensen @wendichristensencounseling

Transcript

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/how-god-speaks-to-me-through-the-scriptures