Lecture on Prayer and Intimacy with God

Introduction

• Prayer is powerful, not just a last resort.
• Prayer can be sent into the future; it's about receiving the prophetic flow of God.
• Confidence in Christianity comes from knowledge and communion with God.

The Importance of Hearing from God

• Being anchored by God's Word dispels fear.
• Personal anecdote about speaking in a war-torn country guided by the Holy Spirit.
• Knowing where God guides you is crucial, regardless of worldly chaos.
• Example from the Bible: Lot judged by sight, not divine guidance.

Building for the Future

• Pastor's teaching: "Build for the Flood."
• The flood symbolizes a time of great shaking where God's instructions serve as protection.
• The church must be the light of the world.
• God calls His people to seek His face in times of change.

The Role of Prayer and Humility

• God's response comes when His people humble themselves and pray.
• Shaking is for the church first, not just the world.
• God's people sometimes reflect the world, requiring a call back to their true identity.

The Battle for Image

• Story of Cain and Abel illustrating the battle for God's image.
• Cain's lineage reflects rebellion outside God's presence.
• Being in the world but not of it means living within God's presence.

Ways God Speaks

1. Feelers:

   • Experience God's emotions; peace or lack thereof can indicate God's stance.
   • Distinguish between God's peace and worldly peace.

2. Knowers:

   • Instinctive understanding; akin to the gift of faith.
   • Deja vu experiences as reassurances of alignment with God's plan.

3. Hearers:

   • Experience God's voice through thoughts, inwardly or outwardly.
   • Spirits communicate through thoughts, requiring discernment.

4. Seers:

   • Natural and spiritual sight; God can reveal the supernatural for a purpose.
   • Dreams and visions as a language of the last days.

Dreams and Visions

• Dreams occur because the spirit never sleeps; communication with God continues.
• Dreams can impart wisdom or give warnings.
• They allow the redemption of time spent sleeping.

Intimacy as a Lifestyle, Not a Formula

• True intimacy is a life separated unto God, not just practiced when in need.
• Obedience to God is crucial; it's about yielding to the Holy Spirit.
• A life of restraint reflects true intimacy with God.

Conclusion

• The life of a Christian should be distinct, reflecting God's image and guidance.
• Separation from worldly influences is key.
• Continuous repentance and alignment with God's will are necessary for spiritual growth.

Prayer

• Call for true repentance and separation unto God.
• Prayer for guidance, empowerment, and continued intimacy with God.