21 Days to Clarity: Introduction

Just in case you didn’t catch the name or the purpose of this blog, I believe with all my heart God still speaks to His people today. I also believe God wants us to know what He’s saying: namely, His plan, His purpose and His will for our lives. I believe He does not find it amusing in the least that most of us don’t hear Him very often, or at all. In fact, I believe He created each of us with the ability to hear His voice with crystal clarity, and one aspect of His perfect will for our lives is to learn to discern His voice with that crystal clarity. Furthermore, I believe (this is starting to sound like the Apostle’s Creed), the problem with the lack of hearing rests solely with the hearer (me and you) and not at all with the Speaker (God).


I have not spoken in secret, from somewhere in a land of darkness; I have not said to Jacob's descendants, 'Seek me in vain.' I, the LORD, speak the truth; I declare what is right. (Isaiah 45:19)

And that, in a nutshell, is what drives me to do what I do on this blog week-in and week-out.


I don’t know what you believe about hearing God’s voice. Depending on your religious background, this concept can sound impossible, improbable, fanatical, heretical or normal. Depending on your experience, it may seem intriguing, boring, frightening, frustrating or exciting.

But just for kicks, I’d like for you to try to lay aside any preconceived notions you may have about God speaking and just try to approach it from a fresh perspective. At least for the next 21 days. Because today begins a new series I’m calling 21 Days to Clarity.




Each day, for the next 21 days, we will look at one simple concept that, if applied, will bring us closer to hearing God’s voice. No frills. No hype. Just simple and basic truth.

I know you must have a million questions about the series, so I’ve included a list of Frequently Asked Questions. But since there have been no questions whatsoever thus far, I’ll call it the Most Likely To Be Asked Questions.

MLTBAQ’s

1.Are you implying that there is a formula or checklist I can follow to hear God’s voice?

Answer: Not at all. Hearing God is rooted in developing a deeper relationship with God. Like any relationship, this looks a little different from person to person, because we are all unique. However, the Bible gives some principles and guidelines that lead us into deeper relationship with God, and thus, help us hear Him more clearly. I will be discussing these principles and guidelines.

2. Why 21 Days?

Answer: I have no earthly idea. I’d like to say there is some spiritual significance, but 31 sounded too long and 10 sounded too short. I totally pulled that number out of the air. I hope I can come up with 21 actual topics that fall into this series. If not, I may be changing the title.


3.Will you be posting every day during this series?

Answer: No. These are not literal days, but “blog days.” I will still post 2 or 3 times per week, as I always do. Maybe more…maybe less. But not every single day.

4.Will you still run Fitness Friday during this series?

Answer: Yes. A week without Fitness Friday is like a week without sunshine.

5. How can I make sure I don’t miss a day?

Answer: You can subscribe to God Speaks Today and the posts will be sent directly to your inbox through e-mail. If you have a blog with Blogger, you can “follow me” and updates will be sent directly to your Google Reader. You can also put a sticky note on your computer screen reminding you to check the blog for updates. Or you can set the alarm to go off on your cell phone. Or you can ask a friend to call and remind you to check the website.

6. Speaking of friends, can I invite my friends to join this series ?

Answer: Yes. Please do. I love your friends. They are so nice.

7. How do I leave a comment?

Answer: Simply click on the word “comments” below. If you aren’t a blogger or don’t have a Google account, you can click on “anonymous” and follow the prompts. Just remember to leave your name so I know who you are. If you’d like a personal response, be sure to leave a way for me to contact you. And I love questions. If you leave one, I will promise to answer it either in the comments or in a future post.

That’s all for now. I’ll see you tomorrow when we’ll get started with Day One. Not literally tomorrow. That would be “Blog Tomorrow.”

Click here for Day One: Ask