A Still, Small Voice

by Dick Mills | The Spirit Filled Believer

“A still small voice” (1 Kings 19:12 NKJ).

The Hebrew word translated still here comes from the root word damam (daw-mam’) which is an imitation of the sound made with the mouth shut, such as dmmmm or hmmmm. It applies to the sound made by one who is lost in wonder and astonishment. It is also used to refer to hearing someone without their speaking – a voice of silence.

I believe this passage of scripture has a great deal to say to us as individuals. I believe the Lord wants us to function free of stress. The Prince of Peace has a majestic quality of serenity and composure to exhibit to a tense and hyper world.

The nonbeliever living in a tension-filled climate of stress and anxiety is unable to cope with life’s hassle. The Christian, by contrast, has been promised quietness and assurance forever (Isa. 32:17).

We believers are like an island of peace in a sea of turmoil. This “still small voice” represents to us a total absence of agitation and turmoil. We have something to give to a world that is in trouble and desperately calling for help.

The significance of the still small voice in Elijah’s case can be measured by the end result it produced. After heeding it, his depression was gone, his courage revived, his calling restored, and his strength renewed. He was able to return to his normal duties without fear and with a new appreciation of God’s gentle dealings.

The same still small voice is speaking to you and me today. It is the voice of Jesus saying to us: “Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light” (Matt. 11:29-30).

Source: The Spirit-Filled Believer’s Daily Devotional by Dick Mills

Excerpt permission granted by Harrison House Publishers

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Dick Mills was ordained at The International Church of the Foursquare Gospel in 1949. He and his wife Betty traveled as evangelists all over the United States, Canada, Mexico, Latin America, Europe, and Australia. Dick and Betty are now home in heaven.

In 1966 Dick and Betty became a part of the then-emerging Charismatic Renewal. Passing through all denominational barriers, Dick has had the opportunity to speak in thousands of churches of varied backgrounds all over the world.

He ministered within several Christian organizations, including the Full Gospel Business Men, Women's Aglow, Inter-church Renewal Catholic Pentecostals, mainline Charismatic groups, CBN and TBN television networks, and many other independent Christian TV stations.

Dick appeared on numerous radio talk shows, written several magazine articles, and spoke at many Bible conferences and universities. He served as an adjunct professor at six Schools of the Bible and Seminaries.

In addition, Dick authored and co-authored several books and tapes. Dick's ministry was characterized by the unique gifts God has blessed him with. His services informed, enlightened, and motivated people to a higher level of commitment to God.

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