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The teaching topics for this week have been “praying, hearing from the voice of God, and fasting” by Pastor “Sidney” Worapong. He used various examples of how there is revival in Thailand among Christians right now, especially with the youth. Alongside the miracles and prophecies that are coming to fruition, comes false teachings and un-Biblical references (not everywhere, of course, but it still happens in the churches). There are those who are false teachers who would only like to listen to what God is saying and interpret for the people, but not read their Bibles to validate what they heard. Therefore, Pastor Sidney encouraged us to be reading our Bibles more and to test what others say. We read Acts this week and (on our own time) read The Heavenly Man: The Story of Brother Yun in China (a great testimony to Acts). We spent a lot of time hope hearing from Father God (in quiet times, in small groups, and praying with each other).
Father God can speak to everyone. Young, old, spiritually mature, babes in Christ, and unbelievers. (Acts 2:17) Some will recognize his voice, others won’t know that they are hearing from the Father, and others are distracted to take time to listen. David and I received words from people (Bible verses and pictures), that were confirming to what we are learning about God right now: “Walking in humbleness” and “fearing God, not men.” We are trusting in the Lord throughout this season to grow in his love, listen to his commands, and sit at his feet. We trust that he will give us the next step and provide for us after this school.