Summary

Have you ever looked at the stories in the Bible where God speaks to Moses in a burning bush or Elijah on a mountain, and then looked at your own life and felt nothing? If you feel like the heavens are made of concrete and your prayers are just bouncing off the ceiling, you are not alone. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins advisory board member Tiffany Fletcher to answer the painful question: Why doesn't God talk to us anymore?

We move from the frustration of "crickets" to the peace of a clear connection by exploring the three main reasons for spiritual silence. Tamara shares a deeply personal story about grieving her children's autism diagnosis, revealing how God sometimes stays quiet while we vent, waiting for us to ask the right question. Tiffany shares her "Housing Miracle" story, proving that sometimes God's silence is actually a "No" we simply refuse to accept. Whether you're a Christian woman looking to overcome the pain of feeling ignored by God or simply curious about why doesn't God talk to us anymore, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Plus, we share practical steps for casting out the mental and digital noise so you can tune back into the Spirit. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on why doesn't God talk to us anymore, and don’t forget to subscribe for more expert insights on hearing God's voice!

Episode Takeaways

1. The Venting Session: It is okay to be mad and frustrated with God. Sometimes He stays silent while we vent because we are asking the wrong questions (like demanding a specific outcome). He waits until we are humble enough to hear a perspective-shifting answer.
2. The Unaccepted "No": Tiffany shares a story of feeling nauseous while desperately searching for college housing. God wasn't answering her prayers for an apartment because the answer was "No, this isn't where you are supposed to be."
3. The Digital Jammer: The adversary uses constant noise (social media, music, podcasts) to jam the GPS of our soul. If you aren't hearing God, ask yourself: Have I created a pocket of pure silence today?
4. The 4 Reasons for Silence: If you feel a block, it is usually because 1) The adversary is crowding your mind with chatter, 2) God already gave you an answer and you haven't accepted it, or 3) The answer is "Not yet," and you need to hold tight, or 4) There is something in your conduct that is driving God’s Spirit away and you need to repent or forgive.

Resources

Are you ready to clear the digital chatter and tune back in to the Spirit? Download our FREE Roadmap to Revelation: 6 Steps to Hearing God in Your Daily Life, which includes our exclusive Receiving Light and Revelation Audio Meditation to help you find your stillness today! 👉 Download the Bundle Here: https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/pl/2148756546

Reflection Questions

1. Are you currently frustrated with God's silence because He isn't giving you the specific answer you are demanding? Are you willing to ask Him to change your perspective?
2. Looking back, can you identify a time when God's "silence" was actually Him telling you "No" to protect you from a wrong path?
3. How much "digital chatter" are you consuming daily? When is the last time you sat in complete silence to let God speak?
4. If the answer to your current prayer is simply "Not yet," how can you demonstrate trust while you wait?

Host & Guest

Tamara K. Anderson @tamarakanderson

Tiffany Fletcher @tiffnyfletcher

Transcript

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/why-doesn-t-god-talk-to-us-anymore

Summary

In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, we dive into the process of verifying the Spirit, exploring how to distinguish divine promptings from your own imagination. Our guest, Tiffany Fletcher, shares expert advice on using the "Goodness Filter," breaking down how to apply the fruits of the Spirit to your daily thoughts. Whether you're a Christian woman looking to solve the pain of prompting paralysis or simply curious about how can I tell if God is speaking to me, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

Host Tamara K. Anderson also uncovers surprising insights about asking for clarification, discussing how she awkwardly followed a persistent prompting to help a college student with ADHD accommodations. If you’ve ever wondered about how can I tell if God is speaking to me and how it impacts your ability to serve others, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Plus, we share practical steps for testing the whispers—making it easier than ever to apply these lessons in your own life, just like Tiffany did with a miraculous late-night apple pie delivery. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on how can I tell if God is speaking to me, and don’t forget to subscribe for more expert insights on recognizing revelation!

Episode Takeaways

1. The Goodness Filter: How do you know if a thought is from God or your own head? Use the Fruit of the Spirit test. If the thought leads you to do good for yourself or humankind, it is from God.
2. Prompting Paralysis: It is completely normal to feel awkward or scared when God asks you to do something outside your comfort zone. Tamara had to ask God "Are you sure?" five times before making a stressful phone call that ultimately helped several college students.
3. The Gideon Principle: It is okay to ask God for clarification! Just as Gideon asked God to prove His direction using a fleece of wool, you can faithfully ask the Lord to confirm a scary prompting so you can move forward with confidence.
4. God is in the Details: Tiffany's "God's Pie" story proves that the Lord knows exactly what we need. Following a frustrating detour led her to deliver a nut-free apple pie to a weeping mother on Thanksgiving Eve.

Resources

Are you ready to cure your prompting paralysis and build your spiritual confidence? Download our FREE Roadmap to Revelation: 6 Steps to Hearing God in Your Daily Life, which includes an exclusive Receiving Light and Revelation Audio Meditation. 👉 Download the Bundle Here: https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/pl/2148756546

Reflection Questions

1. Think of a recent thought you had to help someone. Did you pass it through the "Goodness Filter"? Did you act on it, or did you brush it off as your own idea?
2. Have you ever experienced "prompting paralysis" because what God asked you to do felt too awkward or uncomfortable?
3. Read the story of Gideon in Judges 6. In what area of your life do you currently need to ask God for faithful clarification or a "fleece"?
4. How does knowing that God is in the details (like a nut-free pie) change how you view the random detours in your day?

Host & Guest

Tamara K. Anderson @tamarakanderson

Tiffany Fletcher @tiffnyfletcher

Transcript

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/how-can-i-tell-if-god-is-speaking-to-me

Summary

Have you ever felt like your prayers are just hitting the ceiling? You’re pouring your heart out, but the silence on the other end is deafening. If you are tired of guessing and desperate for direction, you are in the right place. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins advisory board member Tiffany Fletcher to answer the vital question: How to talk to God and get answers. We dive into the "Conversation Framework," exploring how to move your prayers from a list of demands to a counseling session with the Creator.

Tiffany shares her powerful "Return and Report" method, teaching us how to ask God for one small task and then report back to Him to build spiritual momentum. Tamara also uncovers surprising insights about the "Delayed Download," discussing how God let her sit in silence for two weeks regarding her college plans before giving her a massive course-correcting answer during a random walk with a friend. If you’ve ever wondered about how to talk to God and get answers when heaven seems quiet, you won’t want to miss our discussion on the "Sacrifice of the Altar"—how fasting and honestly wrestling with God can open doors that were previously closed. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on hearing God's voice, and don’t forget to subscribe for more expert insights on building your faith!

Episode Takeaways

1. The "Return and Report" Method: Prayer isn't a checklist; it's a conversation. Tiffany suggests asking God for one small task (e.g., "speak kindly to my children today"). At the end of the day, go back to Him to "return and report" on how you did. This builds a two-way relationship and allows you to feel His gratitude.
2. The Delayed Download: Tamara took a meticulous 5-year college plan to God. He gave her an initial feeling of peace, but then was silent for two weeks before dropping a massive, course-correcting answer ("You're going to miss being here") while she was on a walk. Sometimes God lets us sit in the silence to see if we are truly listening for the pivot.
3. The Sacrifice of the Altar: When answers aren't coming, Tiffany relates modern fasting (from food or social media) to the ancient prophets bringing a sacrifice to the altar. Fasting shows God you are ready to receive and helps you approach the throne of grace with more power.
4. Wrestling with God: God doesn't just want your polite, reverent speeches. He wants your whole heart—including your frustration, confusion, and anger. Wrestling with the Spirit is a deeply healing part of the prayer process.

Resources

Are you ready to stop guessing and start hearing? Download our FREE Roadmap to Revelation: 6 Steps to Hearing God in Your Daily Life, which includes an exclusive Receiving Light and Revelation Audio Meditation to help you move from a monologue to a dialogue. 👉 Download the Bundle Here: https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/pl/2148756546

Reflection Questions

1. Are your prayers currently a "list of demands" or a "counseling session" with God? How can you add a "pause" to your prayer today to let Him respond?
2. Have you ever taken a "perfect plan" to God, only to have Him completely change your direction (like Tamara's college plan)?
3. What is one "sacrifice" (food, social media, a bad habit) you can bring to the altar this week to show God you are ready to receive an answer?
4. Are you giving God your whole soul in prayer, or just the polite parts? How can you honestly "wrestle" with Him about your current frustrations?

Host & Guest

Tamara K. Anderson @tamarakanderson

Tiffany Fletcher @tiffnyfletcher

Transcript

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/how-to-talk-to-god-and-get-answers

Summary

In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, we dive into the beautiful mystery of divine communication, exploring how God speaks to us amidst the noise of our busy lives. Our guest, Wendi Christensen, LCSW, shares expert advice on tuning our spiritual radios, breaking down how to clear the static of confusion to recognize the still, small voice. Whether you're a Christian woman looking to solve the pain of spiritual interference or simply curious about how does God talk to us, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

Tamara K. Anderson also uncovers surprising insights about everyday revelation, discussing how a simple prompting to just sit on the couch with a teenager can be a profound message from the Lord. If you’ve ever wondered about how does God talk to us and how it impacts your daily peace, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Plus, we share practical steps for finding God at your own "kitchen sink" or "well"—making it easier than ever to apply these lessons in your own life and recognize bonus confirmations through music, nature, and inspired friends. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on how does God talk to us, and don’t forget to subscribe for more expert insights on recognizing revelation and growing your faith!

Episode Takeaways

1. The Radio Dial of Revelation: Hearing God is like tuning a radio. If you are feeling profound confusion, you are likely picking up interference or static from the adversary. Clearing your mind helps you tune into the frequency of peace.
2. The "Couch" Ministry: Sometimes God's promptings aren't grand missions; they are simple invitations to be present. Wendi shares how abandoning her busy to-do list just to sit and watch a movie with her son was exactly what God wanted her to do.
3. Bonus Confirmations: God knows we second-guess ourselves. He often sends secondary confirmations through a perfectly timed hymn, an unexpected scripture verse, or the inspired words of a friend on a walk.
4. The Woman at the Well Principle: You don't have to climb a mountain to hear God. Just as Jesus met the woman at the well while she was doing her daily chores, God meets busy women right at the kitchen sink or in the messy middle of their day.

Resources

Are you ready to clear the static and fine-tune your spiritual radio? Download our FREE Roadmap to Revelation: 6 Steps to Hearing God in Your Daily Life, which includes an exclusive Receiving Light and Revelation Audio Meditation by Wendi Christensen to help you find your stillness. 👉 https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/Roadmap-to-Revelation

Reflection Questions

1. What does the "static" or interference look like in your life right now? Is it social media, busyness, or anxiety?
2. Has God ever given you a simple prompting (like just sitting with a child) that you almost brushed off because you were too busy?
3. Looking back, what is a "bonus confirmation" (a song, a friend's comment, or a scripture) God used recently to answer a prayer?
4. Are you waiting for a burning bush, or are you willing to look for God right at your "kitchen sink" today?

Host & Guest

Tamara K. Anderson @tamarakanderson

Wendi Christensen @wendichristensencounseling

Transcript

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/how-does-god-talk-to-us

Summary

Have you ever had a thought pop into your mind and wondered, "Is that God, or is it just me?" You want to follow His direction, but perhaps you are terrified of making it up or just following your own imagination. In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins licensed clinical social worker and co-founder Wendi Christensen to answer the essential question: How do I know God is talking to me?

We pull back the curtain on how the Spirit actually communicates in the messy middle of life. Wendi shares her "Diaper Wipe Miracle," proving that if God cares about a mom needing extra wipes, He cares about every mundane detail of your day. We also discuss the "Still Small Voice"—why God is rarely in the thunder and almost always in the whisper—and what to do when God asks you to do something scary, like showing up unannounced on someone's doorstep. If you are struggling with spiritual second-guessing, this episode will help you move from doubting the whisper to walking confidently in the Light.

Episode Takeaways

1. The Still Small Voice: God is rarely in the lightning or the thunder (1 Kings 19). He speaks in a still, small whisper. To hear Him, we have to cut out the noise and social media clutter to create moments of stillness.
2. The "Baby Wipe" Miracle: Wendi shares how a random thought to pack extra baby wipes saved her during a massive blowout in the car. If the thought is good and moves you forward, act on it! God cares about the mundane details of your life.
3. Scary Promptings: Sometimes God's voice asks us to step out of our comfort zone. Tamara shares how a random thought to visit an acquaintance led her to serve a mother unexpectedly placed on bed rest. When you ask, "Who can I help today?" you are signing up for active duty.
4. The Parent Lens: You don't have to be perfect at hearing God. Just like you don't fire your toddler for stumbling while learning to walk, God is patient when you miss a whisper. Hearing God is a practice, not a one-and-done event.

Resources

Are you ready to stop guessing and start knowing? Download our FREE Roadmap to Revelation PDF (which gives you 6 steps to hearing God daily) and get our Receiving Light and Revelation Audio Meditation to help you find that desired stillness. 👉 Download the Bundle Here: https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/pl/2148756546

Reflection Questions

1. Think of a time you had a "random" positive thought to help someone. Did you act on it, or did you brush it off as your own imagination?
2. What "thunder and lightning" (e.g., social media, TV, busyness) do you need to turn off today to hear the "still small voice"?
3. Do you believe God cares about the "baby wipes" (the tiny, mundane details) of your life? How does knowing He cares about the small things change how you pray?
4. Have you ever asked the dangerous prayer: "God, who can I help today?" Are you willing to ask it tomorrow morning?

Transcript

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/how-do-i-know-god-is-talking-to-me

What Do You Call Vision, Mission and Goals?

Summary

In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, we dive into your strategic blueprint, exploring how to distinguish the dream from the doing. Host Tamara K. Anderson shares expert advice on aligning your daily tasks with your divine calling, breaking down the crucial differences between your vision, mission, goals, and intentions. Whether you're a Christian woman looking to solve the pain of aimless effort or simply curious about what do you call vision, mission and goals collectively, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

Tamara also uncovers surprising insights about navigating the messy middle, discussing how launching her personal Stories of Hope in Hard Times podcast taught her to rely on her core intention when technology and health failed. If you’ve ever wondered about what do you call vision, mission and goals and how it impacts your daily stewardship, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Plus, we share practical steps for mapping out your destination, method, and daily steps—making it easier than ever to apply these lessons in your own home and life. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on what do you call vision, mission and goals, and don’t forget to subscribe for more expert insights on Christian goal setting!

Episode Takeaways

1. The Vision (The What): Your vision is the destination. It is the mental, Spirit-led picture of what you want to create (e.g., a home that serves as a sanctuary of peace). Without a vision, you have no direction.
2. The Mission (The How): Your mission is your method. It is your daily stewardship and the specific way you use your unique gifts to bring that vision to life (e.g., curating a culture that prioritizes connection with God over digital distractions).
3. The Goals (The Steps): Goals are the tactical, measurable wins you check off your list (e.g., establishing a phone-free dinner hour). They are the bricks that build the vision.
4. The Intention (The Heart): Intention is the missing link. It is the heart behind why you are doing the goal (e.g., listening so your kids feel loved). When a goal fails, your intention can still succeed, preventing you from feeling like a failure.

Resources

Are you ready to define your strategic blueprint and stop the aimless effort? Download our FREE A Guide to Goal Setting for Christian Women. It features the new "Vision to Victory" worksheet, specifically designed to help you map out your destination, your method, and your steps. 👉 Download it Here: https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/offers/WyaLn2gS/checkout

Need a community to help you stay aligned with your vision? Join our Women Warriors Accountability Group! https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/join-now

Reflection Questions

1. Do you currently have a long list of goals, but lack a clear "Vision" (destination) anchoring them?
2. Look at one of your daily tasks. Is it just busywork, or does it actively support your larger "Mission"?
3. Think about a recent goal that fell apart due to a crisis. What was your underlying "Intention" for that goal, and how can you still fulfill that intention today?
4. How does defining your Vision, Mission, Goals, and Intentions change how you view your daily to-do list?

Transcript

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/what-do-you-call-vision-mission-and-goals

Summary

We have all heard the phrase, "Well, they had good intentions"—usually right after something goes terribly wrong! It makes us think that perhaps intentions don't really matter if the goal isn't reached. But is that true? In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson joins advisory board member Amanda Powell to answer the question: What is the difference between a goal and an intention?

We move from just hitting targets to actually changing our hearts by exploring the internal compass of goal setting. Tamara shares a relatable story about doing mountains of laundry—and how shifting her intention turned a loathed chore into an act of profound gratitude. We dive into 1 Samuel 16:7 to understand why God values a holy intention far more than a perfectly executed goal. Amanda also shares a raw story about how a 14-day migraine forced her to abandon her business goals, proving that when your intention is simply to "grow and listen to God," a delayed goal is never a failure. If you are exhausted by performance-based living and want to learn how to turn your hollow to-do list into a holy mission, this episode is packed with the practical steps you need.

Episode Takeaways

1. Goal vs. Intention: A goal is a future-focused outcome (a specific point on a map, like walking 10,000 steps). An intention is the present-moment purpose behind the goal (the heart and orientation of how you walk those steps).
2. The Laundry Epiphany: Tamara hated doing laundry until she realized her intention: she wanted to raise clean, capable, contributing children. The goal (washing clothes) stayed the same, but the intention changed her heart from resentment to gratitude.
3. 1 Samuel 16:7: "Man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart." The outward appearance is your checked box, your published book, or your lost weight. Your intention is your heart. God grades your intention, not just your execution.
4. Hollow vs. Holy Goals: If you exercise because you hate your body, that is a hollow goal. If you exercise because you want to be a good steward of the body God gave you, that is a holy intention. The action is the same; the spirit is entirely different.

Resources

Are you ready to stop checking boxes and start partnering with God? Download our FREE Guide to Goal Setting. It features the new "Vision to Victory" page, which includes a specific Intention Tracker to help you align your heart with 1 Samuel 16:7. 👉 Download the Guide Here: https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/offers/WyaLn2gS/checkout

Need accountability? Check out our Women Warriors Accountability Group for free for two weeks! https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/join-now

Reflection Questions

1. Look at your to-do list today. Are you a "slave to the result" or a "steward of the soul"?
2. Think of a chore or goal you currently loathe. How can you find a "holy intention" behind that task to change your heart toward it?
3. Read 1 Samuel 16:7. Have you been beating yourself up over a failed goal (the outward appearance) when God is actually pleased with your intention (the heart)?
4. If your goal is delayed (like Amanda's business), is your underlying intention to grow still intact?

Transcript

https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-a-goal-and-an-intention