What does it mean when God goes silent?

Just because God seems silent doesn't mean you should doubt Him or stop praying. God's silence isn't a license for us to turn our backs on Him. Instead, it's an invitation to press forward and seek Him even more diligently. The psalmists modeled crying out to God.

What does it means when God is silent?

God is sometimes silent because He knows we aren't willing to obey. He is always ready to show us His will, but He shows His will only to those who really want to do it. Jesus said in John 7:17, "If anyone wants to do His will, he shall know concerning the doctrine." Obedient people always hear the voice of God.

What does the Bible say about when God is silent?

“For God alone my soul waits in silence . . . my hope is from him” (Psalm 62:1, 5). If we lean on him while we wait, God will give us the grace to wait and to listen carefully as we pray, go to trusted Christ-followers for encouragement, and keep opening his word and asking him to help us hear him.

When God's silent is he working?

Isaiah 65:24 (KJV) declares, “And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; And while they are yet speaking, I will hear.” Remember when God is quiet, He is up to something. There are several other examples in the Bible that show the power of prayer.

What does it mean when God doesn't answer your prayers?

Your prayers do not align with God's will.

Simply put, sometimes God doesn't answer our prayers because we are praying for the wrong things. And we may not be doing this out of malice, either, so much as out of ignorance. Perhaps we don't know enough of God's Word to know his will.

WHEN GOD GOES SILENT--WHAT DOES THE SILENCE OF GOD MEAN IN REVELATION?

What to do when God seems silent?

Why God is not listening to me?

When it feels like God isn't listening He may actually be saving us from ourselves. Saving us from our own desires that will lead us astray and potentially not turn out well. When we get into those moments where we feel like God isn't listening we need to trust Him even more.

Can you pray to God in silence?

When you think about it, praying through silence is perhaps one of the simplest and easiest ways for you to pray. After all, you don't have to worry about how to pray or what to say. In fact, the whole point of silence is for you to do and say nothing.

Who experienced God through a quiet silence?

Jesus' Disciples Prayed in Solitude and Silence

Peter went away from his traveling companions to go into solitude and silence and seek God. He had a vision and heart the voice of the Lord three times. His experience led to the Gospel being spread among the Gentiles.

How do you accept when God says no?

When God says no, take hope - He is making room in your live to move in ways that you cannot even imagine. Romans 8:28 is a great reminder for everyone that has accepted Christ into their lives that, “...in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.”

When it feels like God has abandoned you?

If you feel abandoned by God, do not feel ashamed. Like the Psalmist, we can call out, “But you, Lord, do not be far from me” (Psalm 22:19). We can lean on God's promise to never leave us or to forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:6).

How do I meet God in silence?

What does silence represent in the Bible?

Scripture tells us that silence can help us avoid sinning (Proverbs 10:19), gain respect (Proverbs 11:12), and is deemed wise and intelligent (Proverbs 17:28). In other words, you may be blessed by holding your tongue. Ultimately, refraining from speaking in certain situations means we are practicing self-control.

What does silence mean spiritually?

Silence is easier to define than solitude. In the spiritual realm, it is not the literal absence of all noise, but the absence of all human-created stimuli. “Human-created” because most would consider a walk in the woods, in which the sounds of nature are present, to still be a time of “silence.”

What does the Bible say about being silenced?

There is “A time to keep silent, and a time to speak” - Ecclesiates 3:7. Being quiet can be a struggle, but it can also be a good virtue to have. The Bible commends those who are able to keep the peace and listen, however, discourages being quiet due to timidness.

How do you know when God is speaking?

This can happen through prayer, contemplation and/or time in the Bible. We begin to discern God's voice over the noise of our world as we give time to these disciplines. The Holy Spirit begins speaking to us. We begin to hear God through those around us, circumstances and even our conscience.

Does God speak through silence?

Yes, God speaks through silence. I've heard God's voice the loudest as I sat with him in silence. As I emptied myself of all the noise around me, I felt his presence more than ever before.

Who heard God in the silence?

13 When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his coat. He went out and stood at the cave's entrance. A voice came to him and said, “Why are you here, Elijah?”

How do I make sure God hears me?

Pray Sincerely

After your prayer, you can listen to the feelings and intents that come to your heart. One of them may be the answer to your prayer. When we pray with real intent and a sincere heart, our Heavenly Father responds according to the faith we have in Him. He doesn't respond just to satisfy our curiosity.

When it seems like God is not answering?

Remember, we're human beings, which means that we're often easily distracted and prone to wander. God's always working, but sometimes we just don't have our eyes open to see Him or our ears attuned to His voice. So, when it feels like God isn't answering our prayers, we have to learn to trust that He absolutely is.

Why do prayers go unanswered?

The Bible tells us that sometimes prayers are not answered because we nourish and cherish sin in our hearts.

How do you know God is lonely?

What are the three types of silence?

Bruneau (1973) spoke of three forms of silence: (1) psychological, (2) interactive and (3) sociocultural.

What is the true meaning of silence?

: forbearance from speech or noise : muteness. often used interjectionally. : absence of sound or noise : stillness.