God Hears The Whispers Of Our Hearts

The title of this book, God Hears the Whispers of Our Hearts, came from sitting on a park bench with my four children when they were small, on the grounds of the State Capitol of Sacramento, with a wondering thought about where my life was headed and in what direction I will end up at. It began as a thought and then a whisper and sigh. As I gazed up at the Capitol building and admire the beauty of it (the people walking in and out, the squirrels running and playing) I whispered in my heart, "I wish I could be like one of those people entering the building to work in such a beautiful place." Immediately, my sigh and thought came to a stop""it seemed like such an impossible dream. As the time went by, the manifestation of that sigh and whisper became a reality and a dream come true. I not only worked in that building but retired from it after thirty-four years. This is the story in the contents of this book "The Bench."

God desires to speak to us for fellowship, with the ultimate goal of relationship. Usually God uses a quiet touch to communicate. This quiet touch is what Donna Fitzpatrick refers to as the whispers of God. These whispers give wisdom, direction, and reveal the things God wants to change in our hearts. Yet, if we're waiting for a loudspeaker from heaven we'll miss His quiet touch. Through a combination of Scripture and true-life whisper stories, Learning to Hear the Whispers of God encourages that God will speak to every believer. As a mother of eight, Donna writes from a wealth of stories. Believers from all walks and stages in life find themselves captivated and warmed by her down-to-earth manner and easy writing style that tugs at the heart and challenges our faith. Sometimes humorous, sometimes serious, these stories demonstrate the various ways God may choose to speak. Be encouraged to recognize God's voice through these stories, and then experience the thrill of hearing the Lord whisper as He captures teaching moments through everyday experiences. Thought-provoking questions and scriptural answers contained in this book make it perfect for personal use or as a group Bible study.

'As He whispers we need to remember that life has seasons." Do you ever wonder if God is trying to get in touch with you as you go through an incredibly busy day? Are you waiting for the big sign to confirm that He really exists? Or are you a person who feels that you have fully grasped much of what God may have to teach you? As you read Listening to the Whispers will discover that God speaks to us in a variety of situations on different levels in our daily lives. It seems so easy to become preoccupied with our daily activities that we often miss what He has to share with us. When we open our hearts to all the means that God has at his disposal to give us His message we are truly able to appreciate what He has to say. An understanding of how God may be communicating with us through various situations in our lives becomes evident as each page is turned in Listening to the Whispers.

The Holy Spirit wants to wash our lives in the refreshing grace that streams every day from the presence of God. We know that God thunders from the heavens with powerful truths that capture our hearts and overcome our doubts. But he also whispers to us life-giving words that will heal and penetrate into the deepest place of our inner being. I Hear His Whisper is a compilation of messages that have come into the heart during early morning hours of devotion with Jesus. Listen to God’s voice and be drawn into greater intimacy with Jesus. Be moved by his whisper, stirred by his Spirit, and thrilled by these messages of love. Open your soul to the whispers of God so that you hear him whisper his message of love to you! “For your whispers in the night give me wisdom, Showing me what to do next.” Psalm 16:7 TPT

There is a whisper that cannot be heard but by the one it was meant for. There is a smell that will take you back to the first time you ever took a whiff. There is a feeling of a touch that can only be described as affection. These are the moments I want to remember for the rest of my life. These are the places God has taught me more about my value than anywhere else.

Our lives are always changing, and it can be confusing when we are in the middle of some new thing God is doing in us. But if we are aware of who God is and how he works, change can be a little less intimidating and a little more faith-building; our eyes can see a little more clearly and our hearts trust a little more deeply as God shapes and molds us. This book is full of whispers: whispers of truth, hope, and love. I know that sometimes truth is hard to hear when someone is shouting it, so I whispered it. I know how hard it is when the future seems desperate and impossible, so I whispered hope. And as for the whispers of love, I hope you hear them deeply; I wrote them, but they are from God. For he is the one who knows you best and loves you most; he is the one with the plan and the purpose, the presence and the power to transform your life. He is the one who wonderfully made you in the beginning, and he is the one who can see the beautiful creation you are ... and are becoming. I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. Philippians 1:6 (NLT).

Encounter God’s heart and hear his gentle voice. God delights in hearing from us. He listens to our songs and sighs, and he answers us with words of love and truth. This daily devotional contains whispers from God to the heart of his people. Each entry will encourage you with his words of comfort, joy, and unconditional love. Lean into God’s presence and enjoy his peace today and every day.

There is nothing more intimidating than a full mind and an empty page. It is wonderful to notice things, to be aware, to ponder as you go about your day. The thoughts bubble over and fill every cranial crevice. There is a desperate need to deposit them somewhere. So in that desperation, Whispers Of His Movement was born. I like the fact that it was birthed in desperation, because that is what I am. I am desperate and in need of God's amazing grace. The Whispers Of His Movement, the seemingly silent, imperceptible, Sovereign moments that happen each day, the ones we often miss in our busyness and self-absorption. Journey with me, as He whispers. Gina Gallagher is a woman with a heart for God and all He has for her--and us. She shares with honesty and insight how God fits into real life and enriches every day. -Gayle Roper, www.widowsjourney.com The Lord graced me with the gift of fellowship with Gina Gallagher, many years ago. She is the Proverbs 31 woman serving our Lord today. Her tender love for the Lord and for others is a divine gift. While we live many states and miles apart, one day on the phone she shared about the Father's whispers in her daily life. 'Whispers of His Movement' was birthed in her heart then. I always knew she should write from her walk with the Lord, taking His teaching onto others. May your day be extra blessed to hear these whispers from Abba Father too. Lisa Crump Senior Director, Prayer Mobilization National Day of Prayer Task Force