To tell the truth, I am not very familiar with what the voice of Jesus sounds like. I have distanced myself from him over the past years, so it’s no wonder this is the case.
However, I believe that I heard his voice once during the lowest point of my life — when I was diagnosed with cancer. When I found out I had cancer, I felt like my life flashed before my eyes. I thought it was the end of me, and then, day by day, I began to lose hope.
Just when I was about to give up and cast my faith in the wind, I prayed one last time, and then I overheard a song played by my granddaughter in the living room. I asked my granddaughter, and the music was called “Still” by Hillsong Worship.
I can’t remember the lyrics, but it reminded me of a saying I keep seeing on social media: “Be still and know that I am God.” While I was listening to the song, it felt like a voice inside was telling me to be at ease and trust that God will help me overcome this illness, for he is God, and nothing is impossible with him.
I can’t explain it, but listening to that voice in my mind felt warm and calming. That hope and feeling of warmth and peace made me recognise that God was talking to me. With this, I am sure that he is here.
Jesus is in my heart, reaching out for me, waiting for me to listen to him anytime. And I believe he is like this with everyone. All we need to do is reach out to him and intently and sincerely listen to him.
Fe Balasabas
