Does God know all our thoughts?

Fifteen hundred years after Noah's great flood, King Solomon was receiving some advice from his father, King David, who said this, ” … for the Lord searches all hearts, and understands every intent of the thoughts” 1 Chronicles 28:9. In other words, “Be aware of what's in your head, son. God sees it.”
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Does God speak through your thoughts?

Additionally, He speaks to us through His Holy Spirit and through dreams, visions and our thoughts. Further, God will use events and circumstances to speak with us. More often than not, God uses the people He has placed in our lives to speak to us.
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Where in the Bible does it say he knows my thoughts?

The Lord knows all man's thoughts (1 Chronicles 28:9) which includes the good (Malachi 3:16) and the bad (Psalm 94:11). David expressed this truth to the Lord when he said, “Thou knowest . . . my thought afar off. . . . For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O LORD, thou knowest it altogether” (Psalm 139:2-4).
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Where in the Bible does it say who knows the mind of God?

Romans 11:34 confirms this, saying, “Who has known the mind of the LORD ? Or who has been his counselor? ” 1 Corinthians 2:11 says, “ For who knows a person's thoughts except their own spirit within them? In the same way no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God . ”
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Does God know your intentions?

Christ even suggests that God sees into your heart and knows your intentions. Love God and love neighbor as you love yourself. This is so simple and so incredible that if you're not careful, you'll miss it altogether.
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Questions: Does God Know My Thoughts?



Can God hear my prayers in mind?

Through the scriptures, we are taught that God will always hear our prayers and will answer them if we address Him with faith and real intent. In our hearts we will feel the confirmation that He does hear us, a feeling of peace and calm.
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What to do when God is testing you?

By Lisa Ross, LisaRossInspiration.com
  1. STOP! Don't panic! ...
  2. After stopping, begin PRAYING. Prayer is the portal to God. ...
  3. FAST. When we need to hear from God quickly and we desire answers directly and expeditiously—we must FAST and pray. ...
  4. PRAISE. ...
  5. Surround yourself with PRAYER WARRIORS. ...
  6. GRATITUDE. ...
  7. TAKE CARE OF YOU.
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What the Bible says about head knowledge?

Paul is saying that the Jews know about God, but it is in their heads. They even have passion for Him, but it is from their minds. It has not made its way to their hearts. Paul goes on to say that the Jews lack “heart knowledge” because they do not trust in the righteousness of God, but in their own righteousness.
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Where in the Bible does it say my thoughts are not your thoughts?

"As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts. so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
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What kind of mind does God have?

The mind of God is far more powerful than any human mind, and may approach a non-physical and purely intellectual mind (H. M. Gray et al. 2007). One psychological result of this belief is the sense that God is always watching and knows the believer's every action (Norenzayan & Shariff 2008).
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Does God know what's in your heart?

God knows what is best for you and He hears the desires of your heart. He will give you the desires of your heart when the time is right. Have patience and trust in the Lord.
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Can we control our thoughts?

But what's important is that you avoid the thought of, “Can you control your mind?” because you certainly can. Here are 14 tips to help you learn how to control your mind: Practice mindfulness meditation and breathing exercises. Include positive affirmations in your self-talk rather than put-downs.
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How do you quiet your mind so you can hear from God?

How to practice listening prayer
  1. Come to God with your request for guidance. ...
  2. Wait in silence for God to speak for 10-12 minutes. ...
  3. Jot down any Scripture, songs, impressions, or pictures God gives you. ...
  4. Share how God spoke to you with your prayer partners and follow God's will.
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How do you know when God is talking to you?

This can happen through prayer, contemplation and/or time in the Bible. We begin to discern God's voice over the noise of our world as we give time to these disciplines. The Holy Spirit begins speaking to us. We begin to hear God through those around us, circumstances and even our conscience.
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How do I not judge my thoughts?

Step 1: Say Stop: Whenever you have a thought of judgment about yourself. Whenever you experience any unkind feeling about yourself, simply say, “Stop.” Step 2: Direct your attention to your heart: Your attention was somewhere anyway, and all you're doing at this point is redirecting it to your heart.
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Are any of our thoughts our own?

Most people believe that what they think originates from their mind, and is part of them. They believe they are the creators of their thoughts. However, most thoughts are not ours. Do you wish to free your mind from endless thinking?
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Does God give us intelligence?

And because every detail of God's creation expresses Him, He gives the full gift of divine intelligence to man.
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What's the difference between head knowledge and heart knowledge?

Sometimes, people differentiate between head knowledge and heart knowledge of Jesus. Head knowledge refers to knowing what the Bible says about Him, while heart knowledge is believing in Him as your personal Savior and knowing the joy of the Lord's salvation.
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Does the Bible say God can change his mind?

“Samuel said to him, 'The Lord has torn the kingdom of Israel from you today and has given it to one of your neighbors- to one better than you. He who is the Glory of Israel does not lie or change his mind; for he is not a man, that he should change his mind.” (1 Samuel 15:28-29).
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When to stop praying?

Yet Scripture reminds us in 1 Thessalonians 5:17, “Always be joyful and never stop praying.” Never stop praying even when you're weary, disappointed, and disillusioned. Never stop praying even when your words have grown brittle and cold from years of praying. No matter what, keep praying.
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Why does God test me so much?

Being tested is a natural part of being human. So it is no surprise that being tested is also a biblical design pattern. Characters in the Bible experience tests throughout the entire story to see if they can live up to God's intended purpose for humanity.
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How do you know if your blessing is near?

Here are a few signs that a spiritual breakthrough is nearer than you imagine.
  • Harmful things and people leave your life.
  • Challenges come one after the other.
  • Your commitment to praying has increased.
  • You feel like being pushed to the edge.
  • Your prayers are not being heard.
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Does God change his mind when you pray?

Our thoughts about God, our feelings toward our neighbors, and the state of our heart all change when we pray to God. In addition to prayer changing us, prayer does change things around us. As Sproul states: The mind of God does not change for God does not change.
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What can stop God from hearing our prayers?

Four Hindrances to Prayer
  • Ignoring God's Word. If one turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination. ( ...
  • Loving Sin. ...
  • Desiring Wrongly. ...
  • Doubting God.
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