Charles Stanley - A Response

In this video, I respond to Charles Stanley. Mr. Stanley has taught that since we are Christ's sheep and His sheep “know His voice” (John 10:4), there must be some perceptible clues as to the nature of His conversation. He argues that the believer's normal experience is to hear God accurately and that committed believers can identify God's voice. In this upload, I refute Charles Stanley's faulty understanding of John 10 by using Pastor Jim Osman's solid exegesis.
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[@PoliteLeader]

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[@denonjoka8848]

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[@carolberubee]

@Coreficus They can't. But all the prophecy we need for our lives as Christians has already been provided in the Bible. Hear Him through His written Word. There's enough there to study and obey for a lifetime and still come up short in understanding. We don't need more prophecy; we need to revel in and study and obey what we've already been given.

[@Jesusmyhopeofglory]

@Coreficus The gift of prophet (Ephesians 4:11) seems to have been a temporary gift given by Christ for the laying of the foundation of the church. Prophets were foundational to the church (Ephesians 2:20). The prophet proclaimed a message from the Lord to the early believers. Sometimes a prophet’s message was revelatory (new revelation and truth from God) and sometimes a prophet’s message was predictive (see Acts 11:28 and 21:10). The early Christians did not have the complete Bible. Some early Christians did not have access to any of the books of the New Testament. The New Testament prophets “filled the gap” by proclaiming God’s message to the people who would not have access to it otherwise. The last book of the New Testament (Revelation) was not completed until late in the first century. So, the Lord sent prophets to proclaim God’s Word to His people. Are there true prophets today? If the purpose of a prophet was to reveal truth from God, why would we need prophets if we have the completed revelation from God in the Bible? If prophets were the “foundation” of the early church, are we still building the “foundation” today? God can do whatever he wants he is God so if he chose to give someone a message to deliver to someone else? Absolutely! Can Do God choose to reveal truth to someone in a supernatural way and enable that person to deliver that message to others? Absolutely! But is this the biblical gift of prophecy? No.

[@Jesusmyhopeofglory]

@Coreficus Whatever the case, whenever a person claims to be speaking for God (the essence of prophecy) the key is to compare what is said with what the Bible says. If God were to speak through a person today, it would be in 100% complete agreement with what God has already said in the Bible. God does not contradict Himself. 1 John 4:1 instructs us, “Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.” 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21 declares, “Do not treat prophecies with contempt. Test everything. Hold on to the good.” So, whether it is a “word from the Lord” or a supposed prophecy, our response should be the same. Compare what is said to what the Word of God says. If it contradicts the Bible, throw it out. If it agrees with the Bible, pray for wisdom and discernment as to how to apply the message (2 Timothy 3:16-17; James 1:5).

[@carolberubee]

@Coreficus Are all prophets? (1 Corinthians 12:29)

[@lawcreations6805]

Charles Stanley is a man of God with a solid biblical foundation. His love for Christ and people can clearly be seen in his ministry. Many of the people that you dispute I agree with you, but Mr. Stanley although not perfect, is a man of God.

[@sobos1282]

Nobody is perfect! I think it is important to point out flaws in people’s teaching and I agree that charles is by no means a heretic. We all get some aspects of theology wrong but as long as we see our own evilness, truly repent, and believe Christ is Lord and saved us by dying and conquering death then we are saved. Charles definitely does teach overall good theology and Biblical Christianity. God bless!

[@MrMopeake]

Law Creations I’m with you. Dr. Stanley has helped my walk with Christ tremendously.

[@tomy8339]

I totally agree with you on this. No one is perfect but Dr Stanley I admire and respect greatly and does not deserve to be critiqued like this.

[@yqtszhj]

Although “hearing Gods voice” is abused today particularly by the word of faith crowd and the scripture is the way we know the truth, let’s not throw the baby out with the bath water. God does speak to us through the Holy Spirit providing direction for decisions in our life’s direction in particular a true call for one to enter ministry. Sadly many who will claim God doesn’t speak to us don’t want to be the bondservant of Christ we are called to be as believers.

[@melissarains1017]

I appreciate this. I have been listening to this series and I keep thinking the same thing. Also, not everyone that explains God’s leading in their lives is claiming to hear an audible voice speaking to them. I have studied John Blackaby’s Experiencing God and I love him. I was so surprised to hear him referenced. I find him theologically sound.

[@yqtszhj]

The Apostle Paul in Romans 1:10 wrote that he desired “by the will of God” to visit the Romans. This itself shows that even to go do the Lords work one needs to go in the will of God because it is His work we are doing, not work of our own will. So we must be able to discern and follow Gods will that He gets all the glory and praise and not seeking recognition for ourselves. There is a new KZbin channel called “ScriptureOnly101” doing a study of the book of Romans where walking in Gods will is discussed in detail.

[@melissarains1017]

@@yqtszhj thank you. I am in the middle of Romans now, walking through with a Weirsbe commentary. I thought of Paul as well in all of this discussion.

[@democratpro]

Every single time I hear "...baby out with bathwater..." it's someone defending FALSE teaching...Every single time!

[@kiwisaram9373]

@@democratpro Isn't what you are saying trying to do the same?

[@vanillacreem816]

Charles Stanley has always preached salvation through Christ alone. Whether or not you agree with his interpretation on how to hear God’s voice is certainly up for debate but it does not make him someone to avoid. I like much of what Polite Leader says but I don’t agree on everything he says either. And the same goes for Justin Peters. I respect him and like a lot of his teachings but also disagree with him on a number of issues as well ( especially his Calvinist beliefs which doesn’t surprise me since Peters is a devotee of John McArthur but that’s another issue.. ) point is as long as the person is preaching Christ crucified, salvation alone through Jesus Christ, and the Word of God as final authority, we can have have differences on certain issues. Just pray and always ask the Lord for discernment.

[@And-Then-This]

JT I would think that promoting a "hear God's voice" outside of scripture might be a dangerous teaching...more so than election and sprinkling vs dunk....this along with contemplative prayer is a huge heresy leaking in. Charles also mentored Andy.......2 strikes.....

[@vanillacreem816]

@@And-Then-This Good points. But I’m not convinced that makes him a false teacher. Also if you check my other comment in response to another comment, I mention his son. I totally agree about Andy Stanley . Total heretic. Troubles me that his father hasn’t rebuked him.

[@And-Then-This]

@@vanillacreem816 Charles has done a lot of good. It just seems that he, like any man is prone to do, can wander off the path of truth sometimes. I don't know how Charles is set up with elders and others who will keep him in check when he wanders.....but that point of "hearing God's voice" is for sure a dangerous walk. And YES on Andy, not even subtle anymore. I live near North Point and know many who go there and his satellite churches. It's a shame.....but not surprising since modern ears love getting just as tickled as ancient ears did....

[@vanillacreem816]

@@And-Then-This Many of Dr. Stanley’s sermons have helped me and edified me in the past but I get what you saying, Craig. Truth be told, no one is above reproach (only Christ) . There are some things I have heard Dr. Stanley say that I disagree with. It’s just a matter of discernment. And yes, good point about Andy Stanley. Sadly, that’s what is happening today- people just want to have their ears tickled- itching ears as Paul said. It’s a shame what’s happening in the evangelical community today but it’s all part of Bible prophecy. Definitely getting closer to the Lord’s return. Merry Christmas Bro. Be blessed.

[@ironleatherwood1357]

Nobody on earth has perfect doctrine but it seem like some calvinist think they do. I do trust Stanley and Mcarthur both are since men of God.

[@Outrider74]

We know Christ's voice by reading the Word contextually, and believing the Word.

[@kevinevans8892]

Hypothetical question: suppose a dear relative goes missing, wouldn't you pray to the Lord for direction or even where that relative may be? How is that heretical for a distressed Reformed believer calling on his Lord and Savior for urgent assistance?

[@josephncube9379]

@@kevinevans8892 Unfortunately anything "spiritual" is now called heresy. However we should always refer the spirtual to the word.

[@Outrider74]

@@kevinevans8892 1.) I'm not Reformed 2.) If a dear relative goes missing, what I'm going to do is first pray for the safety of that individual according to God's will, and second pray for the searchers in law enforcement who have that GOD GIVEN vocation to do their job well and find that person, because God works through means (and even Calvinists agree with this... mostly). 3.) You have no way of knowing whether or not what you're hearing is of God. Satan can do this as well; people from other religions have had "voices" and "premonitions," and some of these have even turned out to be true. This opens a door to a very dangerous place.

[@kevinevans8892]

@@Outrider74 I disagree on the last part of your comment about us not having anyway of knowing if its God's voice we're hearing. The enemy will not admonish anyone to be totally obedient to God's Word. If you are unable to recognize God's voice from the enemy's then one would inevitably question whether or not you have the indwelling Holy Spirit. Proverbs 3:5-6 tells us to trust in the Lord always and He will direct our path. I believe God directs us thru His Word.

[@carolberubee]

@@kevinevans8892 _"The enemy will not admonish anyone to be totally obedient to God's Word."_ Why do you need God to "speak" to you today regarding obedience? All of the obedience teachings are in the Bible, including the reasons we can be obedient and delight to do His will. If a Christian is convicted to be obedient, that's simply the Spirit working in him/her through His Word. This is not the same as what Dr. Stanley teaches, which is, "God told me I should shop at xyz store," or "I heard God say that I should marry Susan."

[@davidward5225]

I’m sorry for anyone who does not believe that God does and always has spoken by His Spirit. In fact, the Bible is a record of it from cover to cover.

[@jesusiscoming9024]

amen

[@kekort2]

The Lord has undoubtedly spoken to me, sometimes in a very clear way that has shocked me, but mainly just through a "knowing" in my spirit.

[@staceycook6404]

Amen to that🙏 , yes he speaks to us we have the Holy Spirit in us ,

[@democratpro]

All 4 of you are in err and need to repent. God spoke through the Bible, anything else is NOT from God.

[@kiwisaram9373]

@@democratpro You speak from your own personal experience?

[@juliescott6247]

He has been really solid on Biblical teaching. When I have heard him preach on this, he has always used scripture. I never have heard him saying you hear voices .

[@timestealr2967]

Stanly has said, at times, things that are not supported in scripture. The Bible warns us to weigh carefully what is taught to us by comparing that to scripture to see if these things are true. We all must be extremely careful as many false teachers have sprung up in abundance and only a properly trained (by scripture) discerning mind can tell a fake from the real deal.

[@toolegittoquit_001]

He's talked about parking spots and turkeys. I think he's a bit off

[@TheJpep2424]

Then you need to go back and listen again. He has clearly taught you hear voices and he even says God told him audibly which thanksgiving turkey to buy at the grocery store. He has repeatedly taught this for years and he's wrong.

[@bowtieprofessor1522]

Allen, I like your videos but I think you are wrong on this one. God not only speaks to His children through His Word, but also He speaks to us through other people and circumstances as well. If Jesus Christ says that His sheep hear His voice, who are you to say that they don't? Yes I know you have been to seminary school or some Bible college and that is great. However, neither you nor Justin Peters have a monopoly on the Word of God. Charles Stanley has much more experience and years of studying the Word of God than you. He also has had systematic biblical training like you. If God only speaks to His children through His Word, then what about all the pastors who get up every week and preach the Word? Is that not the Holy Spirit speaking through them? I believe that scholastic and intellect are great, I have five degrees myself. However, sometimes too much intellect can hinder the spiritual things of God. No person can master the Bible which is the Word of God. If one thinks that he or she can, they are being deceived by the devil. Oh yes the small still voice does exist. Just because you have never experienced it, does not mean it is not true. As far as the book " God Does Not Whisper", that's just a another book written by a man. He too is not God. Other than that your videos are great. Take care my brother. The Bowtie Professor!

[@k4lsoldier]

Before you come on here and comment something like this, make sure your bring evidence and verses. Which you did neither. So this comment is in fact invalid and uneducated. Read scripture.

[@deannashaw5393]

Excellent!

[@MrMopeake]

Dr. Stanley’s book “How to Listen to God” changed my life as a babe in Christ. And yes, I have heard the soft whisper of God’s voice a few times in my life.

[@unclebee5674]

Dr. Charles Stanley is the first pastor I go to when I need to hear the Word of God. Since many people are avoiding sunday worship services, I always go to his channel. I have been watching and listening to Dr. Charles Stanley since 2011. He is an amazing, God fearing, honest and loving pastor. (Polite Leader), you just lost a viewer. I would take some time out and really start listening to God's whisper!

[@democratpro]

No you have not maurice! Stop rejecting TRUTH!

[@josiahpulemau6214]

Were you softly reading his word out? Lol 🤦🏾

[@MrMopeake]

@@josiahpulemau6214 what does that suppose to mean? In most cases in these modern times God does not speak in a loud audible voice. He does it through His word, prayer or quiet time with him. It could be a small tug at your heart as well.

[@josiahpulemau6214]

@@MrMopeake Basically not at all “audible” as He did often in the OT

[@vivienmartinez2542]

I have much respect for Charles Stanley and so should you!!! Charles Stanley teaches according to the word.

[@TheJpep2424]

congrats on missing the entire point of the video. Stanley teaches God speaks to him apart from the Bible and the video clearly explained why he is wrong.

[@spiritman-em4qr]

Charles Stanley affirms women teachers in the general assembly on the Lord's Day.

[@sobos1282]

I’m not fully sure what Charles Stanley means by hearing God’s voice. I don’t infer that he means that we can audibly hear God’s voice, but rather God leads us towards where He desires for us to be in His will by the Holy Spirit. That is at least what I believe God does. As far as I know, Charles Stanley has pretty solid theology but maybe this is where he has flaws. All men fall short but I don’t believe Mr. Stanley is a heretic. Nobody gets everything right and thankfully as long as we repent and follow Jesus as our Lord and Savior we are saved!

[@seti6272]

Charles Stanley isn't wrong at all concerning hearing the audible voice of God! You absolutely can hear Him and He speaks like how the prophet Elijah heard Him and He doesn't contradict His Word. You'll for sure know it's God if you ever hear Him one day 😊

[@timestealr2967]

@@seti6272 That's incorrect. God doesn't speak audibly to His children; if He did then why would we need His word to guide us? Also, your comment is problematic in that we cannot know for sure, using your argument here, if we're hearing God or something else (remember that Satan disguises himself as an "Angel of light"). The Holy Spirit does guide and teach us all things BUT through the word of God as the Spirit will not contradict himself or any other member of the Trinity by uttering audible voices that scripture doesn't support. God does motivate us, move us, and guide us to where He wants us to be, but He does it all without uttering one single word. Polite Leader is correct in that we know the voice of Jesus through his calling of us to him for salvation and we hear him through the written word of God, which any properly taught and discerning Christian would never follow the "voice of a stranger". Whenever God spoke out loud in the New Testament, His voice was unmistakably heard and those who heard it fell to the ground in fear. Take note.

[@isotruth9888]

Amen! I’m a former ex Catholic. I attended FBA for many years. I was there during the painful divorce. It was an extremely difficult time, the church was so divided, many of us stayed. Andy and Charles became estranged and Andy started his own church (now known as North Point) with many members following him. Only God can judge their marriage. Dr. Stanley is a God seeking pastor. I think you are taking him out of context. My take away was after much prayer God spoke to Charles heart it was not audible! Andy Stanley preaches his own doctrine! I have wished many times Charles would rebuke Andy PUBLICLY. Please be careful when you point fingers!

[@seti6272]

@@timestealr2967 Dude yes He does. He will speak to someone if He wants to. And the times I've heard Him, He's warned me about something bad that was going to happen and it came to pass a day or so after He told me. Another time, He quoted twice a verse from the Book of Joshua because I was having TREMENDOUS anxiety due to a satanic attack. Just like God spoke to Samuel about the things that were coming for the two corrupt priests during his youth and Elijah he spoke to comfort him, He still does speak to this day. He's the same God from the OT. He never changes ❤

[@timestealr2967]

@@seti6272 Don't be a fool. You have no way of knowing who that 'voice' is, but I can tell you for sure it wasn't God. Even Satan masks himself as an agent of good, so don't be surprised if you hear a voice and something it tells you comes to pass. Remember, Satan is a deceiver and God's word nowhere says that God speaks audibly to us.

[@dirtymeatball6315]

I’m on the fence about this. I lean towards what you’re saying but I walked away from god for over 20 years but I responded to his call not too long ago. I just felt something was calling me back and I “responded”. I don’t mean it in some weird way, but hey...here I am. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@kristiwalls9585]

What you are describing does not sound weird at all. It sounds like the Holy Spirit convicted you and drew you back for sure! Praise God! The Polite Leader is covering people that take verses out of context and use them to say we should hear directly from God. Twisted scripture is so dangerous. Context is vital so we know what God’s Word is telling us.

[@jeffmcelroy5364]

Youre the prodigal son...same as me. God is calling many back to Himself in these last days harvest. Get into the field and get to work if you havent done so already! Praise God He brought you back!!!

[@BronsonLivesHere209]

@@kristiwalls9585 hey there, so are you saying the Bible says we shouldn’t expect to hear from God? Maybe some people misunderstand some scripture but surely that doesn’t mean God doesn’t speak to us in some way, through the Holy Spirit.

[@kevinevans8892]

@@BronsonLivesHere209 you're 100% correct. I often agree with Polite Leader's contributions. However, I disagree with him on this. This seems to be a cessationist overreaction to the blatant abuses within the NAR camp. I believe God by His Holy Spirit speaks to His people thru His Word, dreams, thoughts and people. That's not to say that what you receive is a divine fiat for the entire church. Nor is it on par with the Holy Scriptures. Romans 8:14 holds true today, for God's people are led by the Holy Spirit

[@BronsonLivesHere209]

@@kevinevans8892 yes I agree what you have said too. Have a nice Christmas.

[@crimsontidecalvinist6140]

This isn’t a good take. I will just leave it at that.

[@atarahchomah1463]

Lol! Roll Tide! You know what I say? You call it Calvinist, I call it Scriptural! #18!

[@seti6272]

Dude are you saying God only talks to us by only reading the Bible? You're totally wrong if that's what you think! And no I'm not saying you're always going to hear His voice every time you get into your prayer closet but He 100% does speak and you will for sure know it's Him! The way I know it's Him too is because the Words don't contradict His Word. It's such a deep blessing to hear His voice! ❤❤

[@BronsonLivesHere209]

Yes I agree with you. It’s not an audible voice but the Holy Spirit does “speak” to our spirit.

[@katrinasamson7655]

Also agree! God speaks so often in prayer. I have countless testimonies ... Not through my ears but heart. It's a personal relationship right? Holy Spirit. But Bible is key! Reading His word and listening to God all comes together. Everything else I've heard on this channel is 100% amen from me. But it's ok. Keep encouraged Bothers and Sisters. Strengthen your knees and keep standing. A frightened world ....needs a remedy which we have!

[@toolegittoquit_001]

So God gives you new revelation ? So those that only read their Bible are second class Christians since they don't hear from God like you do ? I don't believe their are multiple tiers to knowing God. Gnosticism is not good

[@BronsonLivesHere209]

@@toolegittoquit_001 no I don’t believe God gives me new revelation but the but the Bible says the Holy Spirit speaks: “However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come.” ‭‭John‬ ‭16:13‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

[@seti6272]

@@toolegittoquit_001 you don't understand at all. When God speaks, He doesn't contradict Himself. He never gave me new revelation of Himself. He spoke to me 2 times during a satanic attack and He's also warned me about something bad as well. He doesn't go against His Word. If you ever hear Him, you'll definitely know it's Him.

[@jameskemp1029]

I understand what you are saying and you are correct. I also understand what Charles Stanley is saying... and he is correct.

[@robertjimenez9067]

Charles stanley is solid on his theology as far as the other names you mentioned they are lousy

[@Blue-moon12]

Agreed. Charles Stanleys teachings are mostly solid.

[@franklogan494]

Charles Stanley is Divorced, he does not have any Theology worth listening to.

[@robertjimenez9067]

Stanley's wife left him he never remarried she died

[@franklogan494]

@@robertjimenez9067 Keep Dreamin!! Do your homework

[@yafois988]

He’s a purveyor or witchcraft Manichaeism theology, birthed in ancient Persia mysticism of gnostic views. That echos the two famous garden lIES hassan spoke. Commonly know as the “dual nature' or 'SIN Nature’, that has a view of humans were sins now ALL born in SIN, from inheriting Adoms SIN, via his Deeds. Its an insane logic yet has been prefaced and muttered via the whores in the pulpits like mcarther Sproul, Spurgeon, calvin, all of them for the last 500 yrs, etc. Funny how Kain was told inGenesis 4:7 to “rule Over it” yet making it a choice yet ot OE of here “experts anywhere tell us we have the choice but their satanic LIES persuade 99.999% ppl the DON'T have a choice. The stanley or alan here or mcarther all then open fire wot their patented lIES persuasions of sorts. Convincing the masses to believe those web of faulty notions unbiblical ideas as the “truth” .. his guy claims he is of YHVH the father of Lights and claims he has the Holy Spirit , claims he is sent to “minister to a soul with truth” Yet literally none of what he says is provable or biblical accurate, I easily demonstrated so . THAT is what you call the “spirit of ERROR”.. And alan and his cohorts are FULL of it. 1 John 4:6 We are of God: he that knoweth God heareth us; he that is not of God heareth not us. Hereby know we the spirit of truth, and the spirit of error. / The enigma they have is that they absolutely REFUSE to hear truth about ti and let goi and for the FIRST time in their lives FORSAKE SINS and repent and Become borne again. Because their father the DEVIL owns their hearts and has allowed them to build their ONLY reward here on earth YET they 'LIP service they are heaven bound”, yada yada yada yada, but WONT let go of their ill-begotten goods, given them they beguiled ppl out of their monies and properties, with hasatans LIES ear tick longs doctrines. They are getting their rewards here NOW only, in this earthly Kingdom.

[@calebgeary3890]

Haven't the reformers, historically cessationists, addressed hearing the Holy Spirit as "impressions"? Charles Spurgeon once in the middle of a sermon called out a young boy who stole for the first time; Spurgeon never knew the boy, but felt an impression of the Holy Spirit revealing truth about a situation. Or, in modern terminology, spoke.

[@davidhall2197]

Gift of Knowledge? I've witnessed the same thing regarding someone dabbling in the occult. A member of the church came forward and said he wanted to say something in the morning service but was not compelled to do so. In the evening service he couldn't sit in his seat idly, that the Holy Spirit prodded him to say something then. He came forward and said there was someone there who was getting involved in the occult and needed to repent. He mentioned he wanted to say something in the morning but wasn't led by the Spirit to do so at that time. A few minutes later, a young man came forward and said it was he that had transgressed. And the reason the first gentleman probably wasn't compelled earlier was because he, the transgressor, wasn't at that earlier service. Glory be to God!

[@calebgeary3890]

@@davidhall2197 Dude, glory to God, thank you for sharing that!

[@TheNathanMac]

This is my view also as hearing God. Impressions. And as someone who has grown up in the charismatic church but now holds a partial continuationist reformed view I would say Charles Spurgeon sounds an awful lot here like what charismatics would call prophecy but I'd call word of knowledge. :)

[@Foodie.Mommie]

Nathan McCarthy what’s the difference between David’s description of the word of knowledge and prophecy? To me what he has described as the word of knowledge is the exact same thing Paul describes as (a type of) prophecy in 1 Corinthians 14:24-25?

[@TheNathanMac]

@@hywelniiazumahnelson he was very much a cessationist.

[@donsalice8527]

Charles Stanley in my opinion is a very strong Christian. I am confident that he would not intentionally misquote the Bible.

[@jennamarielovesjesus12]

Well his son Andy is completely FALSE

[@bluedevil0704]

@@jennamarielovesjesus12 Andy is a false teacher but Charles is a Godly Man and solid Bible Teacher.

[@sherlockhomeless7138]

@@jennamarielovesjesus12 Yeah, but that has nothing to do with him. Benny Hinn is also a false teacher, but his nephew had a great discussion with Allen Parr the other day on youtube. He's a good christian.

[@jennamarielovesjesus12]

@@sherlockhomeless7138 yes I know who Pastor Costi Hinn is , Praise GOD for waking him up and showing him the TRUTH🙏🏼✝️🙌🏼

[@ironleatherwood]

Amen

[@denisesmith3544]

I'm so glad to hear you giving clarity to this verse. I 1st heard Justin Peters explain it by saying that "hearing His voice" is the Effectual Call of salvation. Such knowledge truly thrills my soul.

[@bidzam]

Well I'm a bit worried here. Are you trying to say God does not speak at all. Obviously the scriptures that you have quoted have been misused and they should be called out for that however to say God doesn't speak to our Spirit is actually a bit dangerous. Also be careful thinking that there are no true believers who identify themselves as evangelical. We have a stereotyping issue in the body of Christ at the moment. I know of people who have been raised on Pentecostal church but do not subscribe to the doctrine that everyone has to speak in tounges. Anyway I believe God does speak to us, but the foundation has to be the Word of God. The primary way that God communicates is through His written Word and the challenge we have is people claiming to hear from God when they don't have a solid foundation of the Word or correct interpretation of the Word. So the best way to pick up of someone truly hears from God or not is measuring their knowledge of the true Word of God.

[@Izzyforeverlace8chrome]

THANK YOU! My sentiments exactly!

[@Jesusmyhopeofglory]

I don't think Alan is saying God can't speak to someone but God does not give new revelation contrary to His word. Gotquestions.org answers this with clarity.

[@bidzam]

@@Jesusmyhopeofglory well I do not think that Charles Stanley for example has ever suggested that God has new revelation for believers hence I'm questioning his critique. I do feel when people see certain a single flaw in a topic we just paint everyone with the same brush and dismiss the topic completely which is what's been done right now. Obviously the title of the book he is pushing raises questions to begin with as it suggests that God cannot speak to our Spirit. As a believer you need God to communicate to you what your purpose in his kingdom is and it's not necessarily anything that you will find explicitly highlighted in scripture. Yes I agree that there should never be new revelation beyond scripture from a doctrinal point of view, but on a personal level God does speak on what we ought to do.

[@Jesusmyhopeofglory]

@@bidzam Our purpose is written in God's Word, I don't need a voice to tell me what God has already spoken in His word. How do you know that voice is God? Lots of people hear voices? Non Christians have the same intuitive natures. No one is saying God can't or won't at times. But it is not a normal everyday thing and it will never contradict His word.

[@bidzam]

@@Jesusmyhopeofglory and what is that purpose of I may ask. As far as I know the body of Christ is made out of many body parts implying that there are diverse purposes that God may use us in. So you are true to a degree to say that. But which body part am I will need revelation from God specific to your life because we are not all meant to play the same role are we? Like I said just because certain people overplay the hearing from God theology doesn't mean that He doesn't and that is the danger I am trying to alleviate. So if you read your response we can directly read from the Word of God what our purpose is. What is that purpose then given the fact that there are so many roles that exists in the body of Christ?

[@teresadaugherty3307]

Charles Stanley is a solid Bible teacher. I have felt God leading me. The reaction of the person God led me to let me know it was right.

[@robroy4058]

Amen, don't listen to this guy. He is a divider.

[@democratpro]

Both of you are wrong. NEVER trust your "feelings". Geeze, that's kindergarten stuff people! Grow up already!

[@rainaproske709]

I have the ability to hear G_D's voice, and He speaks to me regularly: it is in the book, the BIBLE, which is His Words. He tells us He is "the Word" very clearly. What more is needed? Written down, provable, not questionable, and no one has to take fallible human word and work on believing that they are continuously reliable. Easy!!

[@ToOpen6seven]

Amen 🙏

[@Izzyforeverlace8chrome]

Thank you for answering me. Here's some verses in the bible that contradicts your video. I should have responded with these verses and not get so emotionally upset so please forgive me but I do feel Dr Stanley is genuine. The 1st one: Ezekiel 30:1-3: Son of man, Prophesy and say........ Acts: 9:3-4 Acts: 18:9-10 Acts 10:13-15 2 Peter 1:21 2 Peter 1:16-18 Psalm 68:33 There are so many more, if God spoke to Prophets and his servants verbally, why won't He today? Anyway, have a blessed Christmas to you and your loved ones and again apologies for my emtional outburst.♥♥

[@lordboston05]

This is a clear misrepresentation of Charles Stanley's position. He always talks about God speaking to us through people, places and situations with the Holy Spirit being involved. John 10 clearly identifies the sheep as those who will ultimately choose to believe in Jesus Christ. We get a clear distinction between Jews first and later the gentiles. If you do not hear the word of the Gospel then you are hardened and reject it, if you hear and receive you have repented and believed unto salvation. No where does this passage indicate Calvinist doctrine. The first part could clearly be Jesus speaking about the apostles, and the second him speaking generally about those who will believe through their word. In John 17 Jesus makes a very similar reference about the apostles first and that he lost none except Judas and then goes on to pray for those who would believe through them carrying the word to the world.

[@franklogan494]

Charles Stanley Who?? He is Divorced and has been stripped of the Title Pastor. As far I choose, read Romans Chapter 8 and 9 over and over, until you can comprehend that you did not choose anything, except Sin in your life.

[@lordboston05]

@@franklogan494 There is a whole bible that doesn't agree with you or your man made philosophy.

[@franklogan494]

@@lordboston05 That is great to hear!! Now go read your Bible!!

[@franklogan494]

@@lordboston05 Go listen to Jeff Durbin or James White, maybe just maybe they can help you understand your Bible.

[@sion1677]

No you are in error in your understanding, yes he is divorced but he did not remarry so it does not disqualify him from teaching. Even his divorce story is actually sad, but he passed that test by not getting remarried.

[@isotruth9888]

You are Out of line! You owe CS an apology! I was a member for many years, even during the divorce. My family and I sat in the pew many a Sunday and listened to CS. I never heard CS say God audibly spoke to him. CS said he’d get down on his knees or (on his face), Go to his prayer closet, he’d read God’s word. He would listen and God would speak to his heart. Yes maybe CS had so much peace it seemed audible but I never recall hearing Dr. Stanley say God spoke to him in an audible voice. Their are many that do not preach sound doctrine so why not focus on them!

[@toolegittoquit_001]

I've heard Charles talk about parking spots and turkeys so I'd he's a little off

[@jameskemp1029]

@@toolegittoquit_001 You should hear the stories my pastor likes to tell (just to make a point, of course), good stories, you would love him! Sat up, focus on the sermon and maybe you will understand the meaning of parking spots and turkeys.

[@k4lsoldier]

Just because your a member for many years does not mean that he still isn’t wrong. If anything your bias is interfering with the truth. Idolizing a man before Christ. Extremely pathetic to come on here and call him out when you have no ground to stand on yourself. Pull out some actual evidence instead of spouting nonsense. Your faith is questionable

[@jameskemp1029]

@@k4lsoldier Hey man, who made you the judge? Who are you to question a fellow Christian's faith... puffed up with a little too much pride there, aren't we? The church selects it's own pastors -- that is how it works with the Southern Baptist. Outsider's have no say in the matter, even if they personally dislike that churches selection. You are out of line and are not being Godly out of love and forgiveness. CS is a fine man. He was willing to leave the pastoral of that church so as to not ruin it's repartition. It was his wife who divorced him. If His church loved him so much, as we all should love our pastors, and ask him to stay on -- that is their decision and God bless them for it.

[@k4lsoldier]

@@jameskemp1029 lol please

[@newyorknight]

I must be tone deaf,because I never heard God speak to me outside scripture.

[@lesleybrown1583]

if you surrender in every area walking in faith and repentance you will hear His rhema word and have a relationship!

[@blerp007]

That's sad. Please pursue God and ask Him what the truth is instead of just listening to youtubbers...

[@bobs8005]

@@blerp007 These so called watchdog ministries divide and tear down the body of Christ while thinking they are upholding truth. If they think that Christ really would make a KZbin channel calling out people he disagreed with they are truly deceived. cessationists like to quote 1 Corinthians 13:8 in regards to the gifts ceasing, but it is clearly an eschatological reference here because if knowledge has ceased we are all in trouble haha! “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”

[@blerp007]

@@bobs8005 The Holy Spirit is dynamic and fills the children of God with gifts and the fruits of the Spirit. His presence is so sweet and fulfilling, it makes me sad that there are followers of Christ that do not know the reality of fellowship with the Holy Spirit.

[@timestealr2967]

The passage cited here "My sheep know my voice" is referring to both God's effectual calling of the non-believer to God Himself (Salvation) and also when the believer reads the Bible he/she does hear God speaking to them, but through the written word only; not audibly. If God spoke to any of us audibly, we wouldn't be standing up and we certainly wouldn't be without fear and trembling.

[@patrickc3419]

Praying for discernment is critical now more than ever. Isn’t his son Andy Stanley not very reliable, either?

[@franklogan494]

@NicoCoco Like fallen father, like fallen son.

[@franklogan494]

@NicoCoco No I said he was fallen.

[@franklogan494]

@NicoCoco Wheat and Tares. Only God knows who are the True Believer's. Remember Judas he was with Jesus for three years and Betrayed Him.

[@paulryan5984]

@NicoCoco Stanley recently preached a sermon series entitled, “Aftermath.” His church’s website describes it as follows: “If you were raised on a version of Christianity that relied on the Bible as the foundation of faith, a version that was eventually dismantled by academia or the realities of life, maybe it’s time for you to change your mind about Jesus. Maybe it’s time for you to consider the version of Christianity that relies on the event of the resurrection of Jesus as its foundation. If you gave up your faith because of something about or in the Bible, maybe you gave up unnecessarily. (emphasis mine)” northpoint.org/messages/aftermath/stand-alone/ In fact, Andy is simply following his father's bad example. Both of them want rid of the Bible so they can preach their own ideas and continue to become richer.

[@Jesusmyhopeofglory]

Sigh. This topic exhaust me. Lol I just wish people would spend more time in the actual word of God, seeking God's voice than looking for signs and wonders. Thanks Bro the Justin Peters stuff was good. MERRY Christmas Alan 😊

[@Mary_Kraensel]

Oh, I totally understand. I bought the book though, in order to equip myself to be able to refute that garbage when I hear it from well-meaning people. There was a time I didn't know my Bible like I do now, and I heard stuff from good friends that leaned that way, so I didn't know any better. Now that I do, I want to have a Biblical refutation 😊

[@Grace-nt9cc]

Great video beloved brother! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 All glory and honor to the only true God who is forever blessed!!! 🙏🏻 🤗

[@PoliteLeader]

Thanks, Gracie!

[@Grace-nt9cc]

@@PoliteLeaderI Don't think me thank Jesus!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻😘👨🏽🥰🤗🙏🏽 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIjPiIumis-ihbs

[@Grace-nt9cc]

@@PoliteLeader I hope that you are edified by the song beautiful beloved brother! 😘👨🏽🥰🤗🙌🏽🙏🏽 This is one of my favorite songs he sings! 😊🙌🏽🙌🏻🙌🏽🙏🏻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmPPnZKqpL6IZtE

[@bananaman5554]

@@PoliteLeader , you may never see this, but i want to respond to you in love and correction... God still talks to us, His children, through the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the best teacher on Scriptures and helps us understand (1 Corinthians 2) and He convicts us when we sin or when we should act for His glory, to do His will. Miracles and gifts of the Holy Spirit still happen today as He is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow and God never lies. Have faith in God, be still and listen to Him, and lean not on your own understanding, but only on God's. Trust in Him and not in men. Love you, brother, and may the grace of the Lord be with you, and i pray you listen to God the Holy Spirit.

[@HerveyShmervy]

Can't wait for that universalism segment. I love your videos PL!

[@itielelpida]

God is guiding us if we ask Him 🙏

[@samuelflores1419]

Great video Brother! I did also see Brother Justin's video. What's so Scary with these so called Preachers is they say that they actually hear a Voice. My Question is Whose Voice do They Hear? God Bless!

[@kiwisaram9373]

This sounds a lot like some atheist actor said when he was commenting on George Bush being a Christian.

[@sherrijoshua1613]

Welp, I must be schizophrenic. I have had God “speak” to me many times- one notable time telling me something a decade in advance. When I say speak, it’s more of an inner knowledge. I think we should “test the spirits,” so we are not lead astray but be very careful. This I just can’t get behind. There are many examples of God speaking to his people in the Bible (and God never changes, so He must still “speak” to His people).

[@k4lsoldier]

Okay so what you just said was an “inner knowledge”. Exactly what the Holy Spirit does 🤦🏻‍♂️.

[@sherrijoshua1613]

@@k4lsoldier no need to slap your face! The inner knowledge is specific and detailed. I never once said it WASN’T the Holy Spirit. I believe in the Holy Trinity- 3 in one, so YES I still believe it was God. Don’t be such a jerk! And people wonder why non-religious people are turned off by “Christians.”

[@bobs8005]

@@k4lsoldier cessationists like to quote 1 Corinthians 13:8 in regards to the gifts ceasing, but it is clearly an eschatological reference here because if knowledge has ceased we are all in trouble haha! “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”

[@rockandsandapologetics7254]

I am not a Calvinist and have some friends that call them heretics. I do not do so, and yet it seems you have no trouble saying that what I believe is heretical, nor teaching eternal security in the same post. As I wrote you last time, I HAVE heard God speaking to me, however, every time it either was Scripture or could be backed up by Scripture. Dr. Stanly isn't necessarily incorrect. If we know our Bibles we can "hear" the voice of our Shepherd. John 16:12-15 says, “I have yet many things to tell you, but you cannot bear them now. But when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth. For He will not speak on His own authority. But He will speak whatever He hears, and He will tell you things that are to come. He will glorify Me, for He will receive from Me and will declare it to you. All that the Father has is Mine. Therefore I said that He will take what is Mine and will declare it to you." But the Holy Spirit can't bring to our remembrance what we have not studied. There is, of course, a false movement, but to lump everyone in with such a broad stroke is irresponsible. I know God has spoke to me. I know He has given me dreams and visions (also supported by Scripture) And if I know these things by the study of His Word and the Holy Spirit bringing this Word to life for me, who are you then blaspheming, me, or the Holy Spirit?

[@bobs8005]

cessationists like to quote 1 Corinthians 13:8 as proof of gifts ceasing, but it is clearly an eschatological reference here because if knowledge has ceased we are all in trouble haha! “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”

[@rockandsandapologetics7254]

@@bobs8005 They usually trip over the following 2 verses, "For we know in part, and we prophesy in part. But when that which is perfect comes, then that which is imperfect shall pass away." They interpret "when that which is perfect comes" to mean when Jesus CAME, in which case we wouldn't have the gifts of the Spirit. You're quite correct in your assessment. The people who hold to the view that the gifts were for the apostolic age are going to berudely awakened when the just are judged before His throne. To reject what God has offered you is a serious thing. Just look at how many Jews are still waiting for the Messiah to show up the firs time.

[@natalyd9674]

To me “hearing God’s voice” is the gift of discernment based on understanding of scripture. God speaks to us through Scripture. That’s how we are able to know that people like Joyce Meyers are false prophets.

[@sharonwagner6796]

I am so grateful for Charles Stanley.. 💕

[@directx3497]

And what about all the verses in the New Testament about the HOLY SPIRIT speaking to and guiding christians and apostles on what to say and do? How can any Christian say that GOD doesn’t speak to people? I know several Christians including myself who have had experiences with the HOLY SPIRIT that couldn’t be coincidence. What about the man who healed Paul’s blindness. Did the HOLY SPIRIT speak to him? Was he an apostle? But he doesn’t speak to anyone else except apostles? Why is the new reformation trying to change things the Bible clearly says? Now I have never heard an audible voice but i could also never deny that GOD has spoken to me or worked in my life outside of reading the Bible. If I did I would be lying. The HOLY SPIRIT has prompted me to do things and say things, put impressions and thoughts in my mind to speak to me as well as conviction. Show me where in the Bible it says that he doesn’t speak to people and when did he stop? Now I have never been told or told to do anything that contradicts the Bible. Some of these tv preachers are false like Joyce Myers. But I also don’t believe everything some of the new reformation teachers teach as well. Another thing to consider is that we can believe different things and still be brothers. I have different views than Jeff durbin about revelation. But are we both saved? Will those different views keep us from heaven? I would also be lying if I said that I knew and understood everything perfectly. I will spend a life time and eternity learning about GOD. My views have changed as my eyes have been opened and it didn’t happen all at once but over years reading and praying and having a relationship with GOD. That is the same with all Christians. We see that even the apostles made mistakes at times( thinking of Peter not eating with the gentiles and learning that he could not only reach out to the gentiles but that he could eat any food). But back to my original point I can find several places in the Bible where GOD spoke to people you can’t find a single place that says he doesn’t.

[@bobs8005]

cessationists like to quote 1 Corinthians 13:8 in regards to gifts ceasing, but it is clearly an eschatological reference here because if knowledge has ceased we are all in trouble haha! “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”

[@paulrock4816]

I always thought the Holy Spirit was & is sent to convict the world of sin; righteousness; & judgment. However, the Word of God to believers for doctrine; reproof, correction, instruction in righteousness, 2 Tim 3:16 & Hebrews 4:12 Word of God is quick & powerful, & sharper than any two-edged sword piercing to the dividing asunder of soul & spirit joints/marrow discerner of the thoughts & intent of the heart. Heb 1:2 Has in these last days spoken to us by his Son. However, the bible says we don't know what God has prepared for us or even in our hearts. 1 cor 2:10 But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit for the Spirit searcheth all things the deep things of God.

[@lynneh5951]

This topic has intrigued and bothered me, so I have been diligently studying my Bible for myself. So far I have 3 pages of verses and notes. I will leave you with Colossians 1: 9 “For this reason we also, since the day we heard about it, have not ceased praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10 so that you will walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God;”

[@pson2915]

These days everyone seems to be a theologian..how many people are focused on abiding in the vine though????? Theology is necessary BUT if you don’t KNOW Christ Himself or ABIDE in Him, you will not hear fruit, you will wither up and men will gather you and cast you into the fire.

[@social-chemo2782]

If you listen to enough people (or so called discernment ministries) out there sooner or later they will point out error or supposed error of anyone and everyone out there teaching or preaching, weather they are a true or false teacher/preacher. I've heard of many mighty men of God slammed down because someone spots an error or supposed error in their theology. None, not even Alan are infallible (love you Bro). It's a learning process we walk through. There are beliefs we all have that may or may not be off. I accept that I do not know everything in the Bible.

[@sobos1282]

100% agree

[@bobs8005]

cessationists like to quote 1 Corinthians 13:8 in regards to the gifts ceasing, but it is clearly an eschatological reference here because if knowledge has ceased we are all in trouble haha! “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”

[@spiritman-em4qr]

God has spoken through His Holy Word, the bible. His voice is very loud and very clear.

[@truthlieslightdarkness7536]

First of all..... God The Father.....is Not .....dumb, speechless, voiceless, silent.....at All.....Period. When He speaks........is speaking the Truth 100% according to His Word. He used even a donkey in Old Testament. John 16:13 Yet when the Spirit of Truth comes, he’ll guide you into all truth. He won’t speak on his own accord, but he’ll speak whatever he hears and will declare to you the things that are to come. Luke12:11-12 When people bring you before synagogue leaders, rulers, or authorities, don’t worry about how you will defend yourselves or what you will say, because at that time the Holy Spirit will teach you what you are to say.” We don’t worship or obeying a Silent God.......we have a relationship with the Father and the Son which are awake 24/7 and very active in all realms.

[@lancelewis3368]

Amen!

[@eagleeyes6642]

3:6 Shall a trumpet be blown in the city, and the people not be afraid? shall there be evil in a city, and the LORD hath not done it?3:7 Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.3:8 The lion hath roared, who will not fear? the Lord GOD hath spoken, who can but prophesy? Amos 3

[@bomcdaniel7987]

After a second listen, I did not recall a reference to faith, as Romans 14:23b testifies that 'whatever is not of faith is sin' and 'faith comes by hearing the word (rhema-speaking voice, not graphe, grapho, nor gramma all referring to scripture). God doesn't force us to hear His voice, He invites us by His grace to hear his voice.

[@joeywampler298]

I agree relatively with the interpretation of John 10 here. However, it is rather strange that these modern calvinists are in complete disagreement with the old reformers. The book promoted in this video would be rejected vehemently by the old reformers. Even by calvinists up to the early 1990s. Martin Lloyd Jones would have called this heresy. No wonder your average calvinist church today is dead as 3 o'clock in the morning. Btw the charismatics are terribly wrong as well. This is one spiritually dead group combating another spiritually dead group.

[@fournanna4]

The scripture says that God spoke to Elijah with a still small voice- I can’t imagine Dr Stanley has a clear connection of this to his understanding of our communication with God.

[@michaeld4941]

Very insightful. But I would caution on lumping the father, Charles and the son, Andy together!

[@sion1677]

Yes there is a huge difference between him and his son.

[@toolegittoquit_001]

Charles is still a bit off

[@sion1677]

@@toolegittoquit_001 even you, have ever stop for a moment and asked what is off about you?

[@michaeld4941]

@@sion1677 Exactly! As Christians, Grace is one of the keys. Foundationaly, Charles is solid.

[@sion1677]

@@michaeld4941 I agree with you for those who are interested in a Godly life and living righteous he is very sound. For some other Christians it is not enough they want something more so they run from this teacher to that one to the next one. The problem with some is that they focus on the rewards of the life after this one and they start wandering.

[@gospeljoy5713]

Dr. Stanley has been led by God. He does talk about the voice of God. God can speak through the bible others circumstances the holy spirit lack of peace. The book is solidly biblical. He would say God speaks mainly through scripture. God has used Dr. Stanley greatly.

[@ataxcollector695]

Good grief, these comments are atrocious! Like... I don't agree with Dr. Stanley's more charismatic position on this issue, but this is, at best, a tertiary doctrinal issue. Some of you are acting like he's denying the Gospel or some other major theological doctrine. And then, some of you are bringing up his marriage and his truly heretic son, which are completely irrelevant to this topic, as if he's responsible for his wife leaving him (he never remarried btw) or his son's bad theology (because we're gonna get judged for our children's/parents' individual sins, right?). This is part of the reason why the church is dying in Western society. There's about a billion more important problems the church is facing and we're focusing on this and not advancing the Gospel.

[@paulryan5984]

A Tax Collector ; Stanley recently preached a sermon series entitled, “Aftermath.” His church’s website describes it as follows: “If you were raised on a version of Christianity that relied on the Bible as the foundation of faith, a version that was eventually dismantled by academia or the realities of life, maybe it’s time for you to change your mind about Jesus. Maybe it’s time for you to consider the version of Christianity that relies on the event of the resurrection of Jesus as its foundation. If you gave up your faith because of something about or in the Bible, maybe you gave up unnecessarily. (emphasis mine)” northpoint.org/messages/aftermath/stand-alone/

[@gospeljoy5713]

The man in white in the muslim world is the new phenomenon with muslims encounter in dreams and leaving Islam to follow jesus.

[@ironleatherwood1357]

Stanley is a man of God just like Mcarthur, both dont have perfect doctrine. If you believe Stanley is a false teacher then maybe your not as close to Jesus as you think.

[@theweeklytalker3755]

I liked the video Alan. Very interesting. Wow have listened to Dr. Stanley for many years and always loved listening to him and always thought he was one of the good guys. I guess I stink as a Christian not to know this. I hope your not going to tell me to stop listening to Billy Graham and Franklin Graham. Thank you for the information though, but I still like Dr. Stanley and will still listen but not his son Andy. God Bless You my friend.

[@Robin19196]

Charles Stanley is definitely a man of God. He’s Biblically sound. I’ve been listening to him for years.

[@johnnilan8240]

It is astonishing that the Holy Spirit is so often mentioned in the New Testament and His work is so integral in our salvation and development. You are too roped to the Institutes to hear the living God. It is astonishing that there reformed church is so blinded to the gospel of John and the Acts to humble itself to the manifestation of the Spirit. What good is Galatians. Dear Idiots read Galatians.

[@926paaja]

This book "god doesn't whisper" is akin to Brian McLaren's book "a new kind of Christian " .... there is no telling how many people these books are pulling away from the faith. Just because something is "apologetic" in theory does not make it correct. DO NOT READ THAT BOOK TELLING YOU GOD DOESN'T SPEAK.

[@hugovl2760]

The book does not claim that "God doesn't speak". It never states that. In stead, the book reminds us that the Holy Spirit communicates primarily though scripture. “when He, the Spirit of Truth, comes, He will guide you into all truth” (John 16:13) and not through our own subjective, fallible nudges, thoughts or feelings. Pastor Justin Peters series on the book is really worth a view, go check it out. Books based on unbiblical doctrines that promote extra biblical experiences are far more deadly, and pulls people away from the truth as it is freely presented in the Bible.

[@926paaja]

@@hugovl2760 watched every video. And they absolutley say god doesn't "speak" the title of the book is "god doesn't whisper" ..... and although much of jp teachings I agree with (I know how to eat meat and throw out the bones) this series is way off base. God speaks. He never contradicts his Word, the Holy Spirit is a living person and He is working in and through us as a believer to perform the will of the Father. I am not God, not a little God, not seeking things or experiences, but this is a lie. Only satan wants people to think God is not interested in their lives... as the old hymn goes... he walks with me and talks with me along the way .

[@kickpublishing]

I consider myself non cessationist reformed. The problem with the misuse of spiritual gifts by many is not that the gifts are non existent per se but that the users are usually unsaved lunatics.

[@ruthvansandt9713]

I absolutely agree that that verse is used out of context. I have not, however, heard a compelling argument from either side that God does or does not speak to individuals today. Cessationists assume He doesn’t, and go looking for texts (usually out of context) to prove it. But saying it is not normative does not equal it never happens. On the other hand, proponents of works like Experiencing God can’t seem to get anything in context either, and seem to think that if it happened once, it should be normative. I wish I could find a balanced view...

[@carolberubee]

Another gem, Alan! There is certainly a lack of solid teaching in the churches. There's very little taught in the way of systematic theology according to the literal-historical-grammatical hermeneutic; hence, there is a propensity to just grab at any verse and run with it. And, as you pointed out, chapter divisions can cause problems for some Christians. I ran into these problems when I was first saved and went to a Pentecostal church. I was often confused. lol. Thank God, He led me out of all that.

[@Mary_Kraensel]

Merry Christmas Eve-eve to myself, because my book arrived tonight. I want to be able to address this issue when it crops up, and to do so contextually, and applying sound doctrine.

[@alohawhy]

*I used to listen to Him. I just hope he corrects himself, not hearing the actual voice of God, he can say Holy Spirit corrects us or leads us, our intuition, or conscience is NOT the same as hearing God's vocal voice.* I hope someone will reach out to Him Personally. God speaks to us through His living Word in the Bible, our conscience and Holy Spirit. If what we do is pleasing to God, and what we do is good, or we are producing fruits, that's not of our own doing but by God. Yahuah God bless!

[@vj563]

I'd hope someone would go to him and say something since we're supposed to correct our brothers and sisters in Christ when they err.

[@alohawhy]

@@vj563 Amen ♥️🙏 I hope they will.

[@ronbonds9714]

...Charles Stanley is NOT a 'Word Faith' teacher. He is speaking about the move of the INDWELLING HOLY SPIRIT in a believer. The Holy Spirit influences us by the witness of the Spirit in us. I often feel the witness of the Spirit in certain unexplainable ways, but never a audible voice, and I have never heard Stanley say that he has, either. You are quite mistaken here, Alan.

[@haroldlladoc]

This is why hermeneutics is an important skill of a pastor

[@Dr.Nagyonfaj]

Yet missing in so many!

[@328am]

From the pulpit to the church pew, hermeneutics should be applied before we ever get any “nuggets” from the Scripture

[@jessitabonita]

Herman Newtix? Guess they (wolves in sheep’s clothing or nominal Christians going solely off their feelings) never heard of him! 🤷🏻‍♀️ 😉 😂

[@tonderaigomo1707]

One of my greatest disappointments in my walk as a Christian is that I wasn’t introduced to hermeneutics earlier. I was encouraged to read the bible and for sure I obediently read it. But no one taught me... nor the regular church attendees at my then local church how to read it. It is not just about reading the Holy Scriptures as one would a newspaper. It is largely HOW you read it. I.e. hermeneutics is so important, more now than ever before. It is for everyone not merely pastors and church leaders. We all need to handle the Scriptures with the reverence, respect and care it deserves. If we all followed the strict principles of hermeneutics there would be far less erroneous doctrines being taught today.

[@whitney2280]

How does a lay person learn hermeneutics...any good resources?

[@fostenalifeandhealthcoach]

How was the bible written if God does not speak?????? I am not saying a literal voice per say! I am talking about Holy Spirit which speaks to us to in our human spirit and soul. When you read the scriptures who gives you revelation knowledge and teach you when you read the bible? Is it what you all learn in seminary school or is it Holy Spirit? Furthermore who spoke to Paul on the Road to Demascus or was that just a figurative story?? When you pray Is it just you talking to God and her Never answers you back by way of Holy Spirit. Jesus spoke to the father and he answered him all the time. Why can't we ? For those who don't believe God doesn't not speak to us as his children today has not fully understood the purpose of God and his fellowship with man. Jesus came to redeem what was lost. We have full access to God and his throne of grace and We have his holy written word. I pray that God will unplug your spiritual ears. Those who have an ear let them hear what Holy Spirit is saying and be delivered. Blessings

[@bobbipatrick7079]

Hey...so I have heard this verse so many times. I guess I've always understood it to mean when we are saved, we will not be fooled by false leaders because we would know the voice of Jesus our savior. It's nice to be taught scripture as it was ment to be, not how we want to understand it. Thanks again dude. Merry Christmas to you and your family. 🙂

[@bobbipatrick7079]

@J everyone is either a dude, or dudette. Lol... or as my daughter calls everyone..." My Dude". Merry Christmas to you my dude. 🙂

[@Mary_Kraensel]

Well, I think yer a cool chick, my dudette!! 😎🐣 😁👍🏻

[@bobbipatrick7079]

@J totally remember too. Lol

[@bobbipatrick7079]

@@Mary_Kraensel thanks...you are as well.🙂

[@PastorErickDMarquez]

This is why kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJWpdImMetRjack

[@JJJ-kk2zj]

Charles Stanley is an excellent Bible teacher and was misunderstood in this video. Pretty sure he is not talking about a literal hearing.

[@colecase6715]

Why don’t you allow the pastor to respond to what you are saying then you might realize that your opinion is just that, your opinion.

[@Stanzi18]

Our God is Holy. He's not the kooky character charasmatics would have you believe in, but he's also not the silent suit and tie book worm cessationists would propose either. God is supernatural and His sovereign power goes on forever. The sheep hear His voice by means of the receiving the Gospel by the power of the Spirit in regeneration; where we come to a place where we are no longer spiritually dead and we awaken to the truth of Christ and the things of the Spirit. It's not about speaking in tongues, but it's also not limited to doctrine and head knowledge. God isn't just in a book. He's spoken to us through His Holy Word, but he's constantly communing with us in various ways. We shouldn't be so dismissive of all things without testing them biblically. God doesn't fit in our boxes. Think Biblically; grow Spiritually.

[@connihudson1578]

Thank you for your messages.

[@PoliteLeader]

You are very welcome.

[@Kayokak]

This HVG series has been of great help. I grew up in what I call 'small' baptist churches (100 members at most). The phrase "listen to that still small voice" was something I was accustom to hearing. It lead me down the path of 'hearing God' and I can remember at least one time where such practice ended horribly. I don't think the Christianism of listening to the still small voice is completely rooted in false teaching. There are some who take the 'hearing from God' idea to places where it becomes harmful and dangerous. The pastors I've heard use this phrase do so in attempts to describe the Spirit. Equating the Spirit to 'that voice in your head that tells you, "you shouldn't have done that,"' some accidentally slipped into the HVG teaching. At least from my point of view, in the Bible Belt, false teaching begins more are erroneous teaching, rather than malicious false teaching.

[@gospeljoy5713]

Read dr. Stanley's biography. He never got along with his stepfather growing up. He speaks of intimacy with God but that took years when he realized he could not understand God as a Father. He believes God can give us direction for our lives in multiple ways that line up with scripture. God thoughts are positive. Peter lord has amazing book on hearing God's voice and how to discern it. I highly recommend it. Even dealing with how treat his son that was on drugs and buying a car. The words that he got from God are mind blowing but consistent with scripture.

[@kevinevans8892]

Merry Christmas my brother in Christ. I believe we can agree to disagree. As a card carrying cessationist, I wouldn't expect you to support the so-called HTVG camp. However, here's the thing: suppose you're in a debate with an heretical Word Faith or Seventh Day adherent, and you completely forgot a biblical verse location that would shatter your opponent's main arguments, and you whisper a silent prayer to the Lord to jog your memory; and He graciously responds by doing so. Are you telling me that that is impossible in this day and age? Wouldn't that be God "whispering" to you?

[@ChipsAplentyBand]

Kevin, I hope Alan responds to your question. I have one for you as well: There are many Christians like me to whom God simply DOESN'T give direct revelation (i.e., new information apart from what's already in the Bible); what is your thought as to why God is not 'speaking' to us? Some other people's responses to that question have included: You're not a good/worthy enough Christian; God is speaking but you don't yet know how to listen; You aren't baptized by the Holy Spirit (under their doctrinal definition of what that is); You haven't yet spoken in tongues (Nope, I haven't, and I haven't been given that particular gift), etc. Before you reply, let me also note: I'm as bad/unworthy a Christian as anyone else! I'm an excellent listener, so unless there's some esoteric technique or spiritual 'channel' for tuning in God's 'voice' that the Bible never provides anyway, I haven't got a clue. (My guess would be that if/when God wishes to directly communicate with someone He knows EXACTLY how to get that person to 'hear' Him clearly and unambiguously on the very first try.) My understanding of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit is this: "For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free, and we were all made to drink of one Spirit." (1 Cor. 12:13) I'm a born-again child of God who has received the Lord Jesus as his Savior, so I'm part of the body of Christ. Does God somehow regenerate some people when they're saved WITHOUT the ministry and indwelling of the Holy Spirit? My understanding of the gift of tongues is this: "All do not have gifts of healings, do they? All do not speak with tongues, do they? All do not interpret, do they?" (1 Cor. 12:30) By the way, like you I HAVE prayed during a critical moment for God to help me remember a verse reference or some other important piece of information, but when I recalled that information I ALREADY KNEW IT BEFOREHAND and it was dredged up from my memory and wasn't new information directly revealed to me on the spot. I'm more than willing to grant that God may have 'enhanced my recall' in such instances though.

[@kevinevans8892]

@@ChipsAplentyBand Thanks for the response. Based on your reply concerning the gift of tongues, are you a Continuationist? You seem to be one. I am one. In fact, I am Reformed Charismatic, in the tradition of Wayne Grudem. I love the Reformers and consider the Reformation to be the single greatest revival in church history in the post-Apostolic era. I don't agree with the classic Pentecostal position that the baptism of the Holy Spirit is a subsequent work to salvation. Your quote of 1 Corinthians 12:13 is on point. And I agree that not everyone speaks in tongues. Why you don't hear from God? I can't answer that question for you. But I know He certainly speaks to me via His Holy Spirit. Here's a verse that I believe will help my argument....How is it then, brethren? when ye come together, every one of you hath a psalm, hath a doctrine, hath a tongue, hath a revelation, hath an interpretation. Let all things be done unto edifying. 1 Corinthians 14:26 KJV bible.com/bible/1/1co.14.26.KJV I see nothing in Scripture that says that Lord will be silent to His church after the canon of Scripture has closed. I had asked Alan another pertinent question regarding this topic. Let me see if you can answer it: suppose your two year old son is abducted by a pedophile right in front of your home, wouldn't you pray to the Lord for some kind of directive or information on where your child is and who the perpetrator is? Wouldn't you want the Lord to give some sort of response by graciously leading law enforcement officers immediately to the location of the pedophile? Them finding the perpetrator would be God's directing them in some way, which entails communicating -- something Polite Leader and Osman are adamant does not happen. I know about trusting in God. I believe in the sufficiency of Scripture. But where in the Bible I will find an answer regarding the location of my child, who is in grave danger? Again, I am convinced that Osman's book is an overreaction to the many abuses and false prophecies coming out of the NAR and Charismatic movements.

[@kevinevans8892]

@@ChipsAplentyBand I am not holding my breath Polite Leader will respond. I have posed a similar question to the Justin Peters Ministry but have yet to receive a response. I have a hunch that no response is forthcoming.

[@ninahughes349]

I understand you mean well and I hope that one day you will hear Jesus speak to you whether it is through the Holy Spirit that was sent to guide us and comfort us in this fallen world or to Jesus Himself. I have spoken to Jesus many times and yes I have heard His voice and I know Him personally. He understands that I am a mere mortal and I humble myself to His infinite wisdom because my wisdom and those of our greatest minds are nothing but the brains of a gnat compared to Him. It is my total trust and faith in Him which opens my soul to His teachings whatever may come. When you find yourself on your knees in desperation and spiritual hunger He will speak to you. All the disagreements and bickering over the Bible or what this one or that one believes is not what it is all about and causes confusion that is not necessary. Believe, trust and obey in Jesus Christ. Remember the heart is wicked so you must depend on the Holy Spirit within you. God bless.

[@gospeljoy5713]

God's voice is relevant for today. Not focus on past or future. The voice is encouraging although maybe convicting. It may require crazy things that make no sense. The voice gives direction like make things right with someone or don't marry that person. It maybe just the opposite of a previous instruction like david had instruction to move and another time to stay. When involving others make sure they have the same thinking.

[@petermonck5448]

Merry Christmas.

[@geooftheo9144]

Love your videos

[@rhondacrawford1340]

Thank you! If it hadn't been for me watching this video via Facebook I would have kept watching and following Charles Stanley!

[@robroy4058]

Go back to Stanley, He is a Godly teacher. This guy is a divider.

[@racheltonner2509]

Love that book!!! I want to read it a second time

[@Izzyforeverlace8chrome]

Do you take any topic that you wish to post onto KZbin to God first for his approval? Or do you go by your own opinion? I'd be very weary to take on Dr Charles Stanley, he's very old school and his walk with God and his experiences are unique, as is all of us. My first thought when I saw your heading was, you've run out of topics to discuss..... please though answer my question, did you take this to God first to approve before you went after Dr Stanley?

[@Jesusmyhopeofglory]

First, is Charles Stanley above biblical rebuke? Error? He's a man no better or worse than any other. A wretched sinner saved by grace. Second, In this case God's word is clear on the meaning of the passages in question which means God has already answered In this case Stanley is wrong. Let me guess you hear God's "still small voice". This is also a passage often used to support this ideal. Proper reading of the passage shows it is not supporting it at all. God has revealed all He needs to through His word.

[@Izzyforeverlace8chrome]

@@Jesusmyhopeofglory Oh how wrong you are, in our extremely limited thinking, we tend to limit God. And that is exactly what you are doing. One day, you will hear His voice. You probably have already but chose to ignore it. Dr Stanley has admitted many times he's not perfect, and no one is, CLEARLY, but to smear his name on YT is wrong. Every person's thumb print is unique, so is our walk with God, it's unique so is Dr Stanley's walk with God. I heard God say to me "do not limit me". You KNOW when God speaks to you. I pray you will start to think for yourself and not what others have told you to think. Take this to God, don't take it from me or Polite Leader. Everything you hear, take it up with God and LISTEN when He answers you.

[@Jesusmyhopeofglory]

@@Izzyforeverlace8chrome listen you have no idea what God has worked in my life. I pray you are given clarity of His truth.

[@Jesusmyhopeofglory]

@@Izzyforeverlace8chrome you should consider spending more time in God's word it will help you grow in wisdom and knowledge and TRUTH. Try following people like John MacArthur, Gabrielle Hughes, RC Sproul ministries anything but the garbage you're filling your soul with.

[@toolegittoquit_001]

I'd be weary too if I went against God's truth

[@jeffmarkus]

Thanks for making plain what Scripture teaches to glorify God instead of obscuring God's word in service of mystical readings that are focused on elevating the believer.

[@aubreayterrill8490]

I respect Charles Stanley a lot but I agree with what you’re saying, Alan. So much of what we see in contemporary churches is people wanting less and less of the written Word and more of a supernatural experience. Yes, we can be led by our convictions and emotions but Scripture should be the ultimate authority. I’ve heard people say that God told them to leave their spouses for other people and so on and so forth. When we start relying on “hearing” from God outside of the Bible, we can get into dangerous territory and be terribly misled and deceived. None of us are above being dragged away by our own fleshly desires. Sola Scriptura.

[@paulryan5984]

Aubreay Terrill ; The Pharisees had sola Scriptura, but where did that lead?

[@clairepalmer7567]

What is the consensus on answered prayer though? If I pray over a subject and sense a particular response is that a "thing"? Or just me? Is it pure coincidence that I have had dreams about my future and then they come to pass? Nothing that would help anyone but me, but these things have provided me with great comfort in some very dark places in my life. Is this something that is addressed in the book? I didn't see Justin Peter's cover this in his videos. Thank you for your ministry, you are a huge blessing x

[@bobs8005]

The Lord does answer prayer through a knowing or a whisper or a dream even at times…cessationists like to quote 1 Corinthians 13:8 in regards to the gifts ceasing, but it is clearly an eschatological reference here because if knowledge has ceased we are all in trouble haha! “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”

[@williamgipson7693]

Hey Alan, another great video! I always learn something new with each one!

[@PoliteLeader]

Thanks! So glad they're helpful.

[@igotem38]

Can you please give your thoughts on David speaking to and hearing from God in 1 Samuel 23? From a plain reading, it seems like he goes to God in prayer and God gives him a direct answer.

[@bobs8005]

God does answer prayer and David wasn’t even born again! cessationists like to quote 1 Corinthians 13:8 in regards to the gifts ceasing, but it is clearly an eschatological reference here because if knowledge has ceased we are all in trouble haha! “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”

[@bubbaburkett4396]

Up until this video I have agreed with all of your content. I agree with your analysis of the scriptures used in this video. I would classify myself as a Calvinist. I study the masters mainly The Great John Bunyan and John Owen. I have all their works. I’m certainly don’t ascribe to any voice of God movement. But I have heard a voice that was not mine in my head. It was so powerful in its effect and yet calm, gentle and quiet. So distinct from my own thoughts that I Found it alarming almost. I can not say if it was the holy ghost or angel or the Son or the Father. But what I can say is that it was for my good. And all good things come from God. You can never take these in estimable mercies from me. What a privilege for me to hear a voice in my head that helped me in away when I could not help myself. I know exactly what he said each time and where I was standing. I’m 44 years of age and I will tell you sir. God will move heaven and earth for his Elect, for his true children. Be careful that you don’t just go along piggy backing off others just because we’re on the same team. No doubt the men you study are great men but they don’t know it all. To say God won’t or doesn’t do this anymore is… arrogant frankly. How easy to is to be so dismissive. I pray you are NEVER in the dire straits, that I was in, that you need to hear from God in away that was POWERFUL to right the ship. But I would so caution you not to be so unbelieving on this matter just because other members of the body are. I have a TESTIMONY 🙌✊ and his voice is part of it 💥! Keep up the good content! Sincerely James

[@virgilklondike]

i love it thats what it says but thats not what it means try running a stoplight at a busy intersection

[@wurclav1]

I saw this video a few days ago and just finished Osmans book. I came through a long period of being in this stream of error. The faith I had then crumbled, leading me into sin. Decades later my faith is solid. I have been a cessationist for a while. I read the bible everyday. It is my food for life. I offer an event from my own life. In April, after brain surgery in March, I was in a hospital room with my wife when a doctor told me that my brain cancer was incurable. The doctor left the room and I told my wife we need to hear from the Lord. I regularly read through the Psalms but my Bible opened to Psalm 88. (Please read). It is perhaps one of the most hopeless of the Psalms, but still not without hope. I found it comforting to read this Psalm after receiving my death sentence. I wish that Jim’s book addressed situations like this. This is not the first time this has happened since I have agreed with the cessationist position. This is perhaps the second, but by far my circumstance was at least more grave. But stories like this have no comfortable place in what’s acceptable in a cessationist environment of belief. At least before cough-terror-home- jail, if I meet with some Christian men, talk about a passage in 1 Peter let’s say, review the latest hockey or baseball result, but then not talk about my Bible opening to a passage that spoke to my situation? How does that make sense? I would like to write Jim Osman but can’t find his contact and refuse to use Facebook.

[@alessandrasalgado5138]

Like father like son, Idk what Andy Stanley has to say about “hearing the voice of God” but I do know that just like his father, he’s got bad theology. Thanks for all your work Alan. In case anyone’s curious about Andy, he’s one of those who thinks we should “unhitch” the OT, as of now I don’t think he’s retracted that statement.

[@woobiefuntime]

I think that the old testament and parts of the new testament are good for setting up how and why we got saved.

[@brenmanock]

And we are not literal sheep. Jim is man and peters have a good explanation of this scripture as well

[@robroy4058]

Lost a lot of respect for this channel sadly... Stanley is one of the best teachers of his time. If you think Jesus just calls us to salvation and then keeps silent you are beyond wrong. You are massively critical and need to realize that Charles has done more for the Gospel than most people alive today. Also, if you knew anything about Stanley you would know he teaches eternal security, and He teaches that the verse you mentioned is regarding salvation. Read your Bible friend, God always speaks to His People.

[@JerseyGurl4Life]

I don't get a good feeling from this guy

[@bobs8005]

@@JerseyGurl4Life These so called watchdog ministries divide and tear down the body of Christ while thinking they are upholding truth. If they think that Christ really would make a KZbin channel calling out people he disagreed with they are truly deceived. cessationists like to quote 1 Corinthians 13:8 in regards to the gifts ceasing, but it is clearly an eschatological reference here because if knowledge has ceased we are all in trouble haha! “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”

[@TakingTurf]

Everything's on the table with the Lord. Thanks for the video.

[@obadiahmcnair3747]

I agree with Charles Stanley!! A person's experience, out weighs another person's argument, everytime!!🙏💖🙌

[@ToOpen6seven]

Lies

[@madcow9421]

John 10:27 is fast becoming the most divisive verse in the bible, perhaps to see who can rightly divide it?

[@krakoosh1]

My sheep hear My voice is referencing John 6:44

[@WarriorofGodministry]

His voice is His Word the bible

[@tajjiintanzania6237]

Facts: But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come. He will glorify me because it is from me that he will receive what he will make known to you. All that belongs to the Father is mine. That is why I said the Spirit will receive from me what he will make known to you.” (John 16:13) - What Jesus said is true.

[@savedbygrace8337]

Thanx !

[@historybuff0393]

Videos such as these just have the effect of stirring up strife within the body of Christ. Christians should be focused on preaching the gospel to a lost world and recognizing the fact that no pastor is perfect and sometimes they make mistakes in their teaching. I do not think that Stanley's belief that one can hear the voice of God rises to the level of heresy. Perhaps Stanley will come to see in the future that he was mistaken. I know I myself have believed things in the past that by studying the Word of God I subsequently found to be mistaken.

[@paulryan5984]

history buff03; Galatians 1; Galatians 1; 6 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: 7 Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. 8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. 9 As we said before, so say I now again, if any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed. The vast majority of preachers in church buildings are preaching another gospel and another Jesus which does not save but deceives.

[@theuncomfortabletruthpodca5177]

Sorry brother this is just false. It’s Gods spirit that reveals all things, and we see explicitly where god speaks to his people. We understand that the Holy Spirit is the one that speaks to us “the Shepard” as scripture states John 16:13 You’re making us sound a bit like Muslims who can’t hear from there God. Yahweh is alive we serve the God of the living not the dead

[@toolegittoquit_001]

And he speaks to us through His Word

[@Robin19196]

Charles Stanley is solid. I gotta disagree with you on this one.

[@paintedhorse1965]

Thank you Allen so very much for this! It's amazing how much in my now 55 years, I've been taught skewed opinions about the Word. Keeping you lifted in prayer. Enjoy your Sunday.

[@PoliteLeader]

You're very welcome!