IC.09-The Imitation of Christ, 9—Hearing God’s Words

<p>For additional notes and resources check out Douglas’ <a href="https://www.douglasjacoby.com/ic-09-the-imitation-of-christ-9/" target="_blank"><strong>website.</strong></a></p><p>"On How to Hear the Words of God" (Book 3, Chapter 3), with excerpts from "On the Inward Voice of Christ" (Book 3, Chapter 1) and "On Truth Without the Noise of Words" (Book 3, Chapter 2).</p><p><strong>Scripture</strong>:<br />John 16:13-14; Ps 94:19; John 12:48; Mic 6:8; Gen 17:1; (Wis 1:1); John 8:32; Ps 25:5; 1 John 3:22; (Tob 3:5); Ps 119:20; (2 Macc 7:38); (Sir 11:4); Isa 29:13; Matt 10:20; Ps 143:10; and many more!</p><p><br /><strong>Application</strong>:</p><ul><li>Make a list of the "time-wasters" in my life, and determine to streamline my day so that I can give proper attention to God's Word.</li><li>Strive for silence -- shutting out the noisy distractions of the world. This is essential if we are to take Christ's words into our hearts.</li><li>Aim to know the God <i>behind</i> the words (in his Word).</li><li>Determine to be faithful till the very end.</li></ul><p><i>Next: "Knowledge in Truth, Wisdom in Action, & Not Believing Everyone" (blending Book 1, Chapters 3 and 4 with Book 3, Chapter 45).</i></p>