Hearing the Voice of God — the Creator of the Universe — has always been interesting to articulate, especially because though God is the same eternally and never changes, He has created people in His image who He made uniquely different, yet at the same time, collectively similar. The quirks, characteristics and qualities that differentiate us play a huge part in the plethora of ways that we hear from God because this ability is not in the slightest bit cookie cutter when considering the adult’s — who has grown in stature, experience and worldly wisdom — point of view.
Children have rarely been considered as being old or mature enough to hear God speak, safe for the example we have in the Bible of Samuel. However, progression in the faith begs to differ on this stance because we are always coming into deeper revelations, the wisdom to understand and ability to rightly interpret things formerly unknown and mysteries formerly kept secret. One of such hidden things is that children do in truth, have in them the capacity to hear God speak.
When I was a little girl, I’d hear a voice that I couldn’t put a face or name to like I could my family. This voice was more of a thought in the midst of other thoughts in my mind. And because my mind housed these thoughts, I thought they were my own thoughts. In my naughtiness, I rarely heeded this thought-voice because I chose to listen to the other voices speaking the wrong opposite to me. So I continued in that way as I grew older, went into the world and was worldly. Till God allowed me get to the end of myself, emptied me of me, started to fill me up with His Word and tell me about Him. In doing so, He enabled me receive His Son and introduced me to His Spirit. Tell me why when He started speaking to me and confirming that I could hear Him, it was with that same thought-voice?! Turns out He was always speaking, I just didn’t know Him experientially. And because I didn’t know Him experientially, I didn’t heed His voice.
I would always hear people say sometimes that they wish they’d began an intimate relationship with God from childhood. More than wishing myself, I wanted to give language to children because I was that little girl who possessed the gift of hearing God speak and who ignored His voice. But He chose to put an unshakeable burden for children in me and this made me want better for them. So He literally sat me down against my will to write about my experience with Him — knowing at the time, that I didn’t quite like writing if it wasn’t a song or at most, a blog. I didn’t have the full picture then, but He enabled me and I heeded after much disobedience. I free fell into Him as He brought me into remembrance, flowed and funnelled through my finger tips, what has now become “Best Friends with Holy Spirit” book series.
Hearing the Voice of God — the Creator of the Universe — has always been interesting to articulate, especially because though God is the same eternally and never changes, He has created people in His image who He made uniquely different, yet at the same time, collectively similar. The quirks, characteristics and qualities that differentiate us play a huge part in the plethora of ways that we hear from God because this ability is not in the slightest bit cookie cutter when considering the adult’s —who has grown in stature, experience and worldly wisdom— point of view.
Children have rarely been considered as being old or mature enough to hear God speak, safe for the example we have in the Bible of Samuel. However, progression in the faith begs to differ on this stance because we are always coming into deeper revelations, the wisdom to understand and ability to rightly interpret things formerly unknown and mysteries formerly kept secret. One of such hidden things is that children do in truth, have in them the capacity to hear God speak.
When I was a little girl, I’d hear a voice that I couldn’t put a face or name to like I could my family. This voice was more of a thought in the midst of other thoughts in my mind. And because my mind housed these thoughts, I thought they were my own thoughts. In my naughtiness, I rarely heeded this thought-voice because I chose to listen to the other voices speaking the wrong opposite to me. So I continued in that way as I grew older, went into the world and was worldly. Till God allowed me get to the end of myself, emptied me of me, started to fill me up with His Word and tell me about Him. In doing so, He enabled me receive His Son and introduced me to His Spirit. Tell me why when He started speaking to me and confirming that I could hear Him, it was with that same thought-voice?! Turns out He was always speaking, I just didn’t know Him experientially. And because I didn’t know Him experientially, I didn’t heed His voice.
I would always hear people say sometimes that they wish they’d began an intimate relationship with God from childhood. More than wishing myself, I wanted to give language to children because I was that little girl who possessed the gift of hearing God speak and who ignored His voice. But He chose to put an unshakeable burden for children in me and this made me want better for them. So He literally sat me down against my will to write about my experience with Him — knowing at the time, that I didn’t quite like writing if it wasn’t a song or at most, a blog. I didn’t have the full picture then, but He enabled me and I heeded after much disobedience. I free fell into Him as He brought me into remembrance, flowed and funnelled through my finger tips, what has now become “Best Friends with Holy Spirit” book series.
“Best Friends with Holy Spirit — I Hear A Voice” is the first of a book series about a little one who describes an excitingly new experience of hearing the Voice of God with the help of a new best friend called Holy Spirit. It gives language to children and all people — little and mature — about hearing, engaging and heeding the Voice of God in the midst of other voices that contend for our attention; thus giving us the grace to remain aligned and purposefully guided throughout life’s course.
"'Best Friends with Holy Spirit — I Hear A Voice' is the first book in a series about a little one who describes an excitingly new experience of hearing the Voice of God with the help of a new best friend called Holy Spirit. It gives language to children and people of all ages about hearing, engaging, and heeding the Voice of God amidst other voices vying for our attention. This book helps us stay aligned and purposefully guided throughout life’s journey."
"Listen to the book come alive with professionally narrated audio, perfect for bedtime stories or quiet time."
"Our book is filled with colorful, eye-catching illustrations that bring each story to life and captivate young minds."
"Enjoy original songs that complement the stories and activities, perfect for sing-alongs."
"Fun activities like coloring pages, mazes, and puzzles reinforce the lessons and keep children engaged."
"Available in board book, ebook, and audiobook formats to suit different preferences."
"Listen to the book come alive with professionally narrated audio, perfect for bedtime stories or quiet time."
"Our book is filled with colorful, eye-catching illustrations that bring each story to life and captivate young minds."
"Enjoy original songs that complement the stories and activities, perfect for sing-alongs."
"Fun activities like coloring pages, mazes, and puzzles reinforce the lessons and keep children engaged."
"Available in board book, ebook, and audiobook formats to suit different preferences."
OluwaSeun Oni has a shared burden with God for children and believes children are the closest to God. If God knew us before He formed us in our mother’s womb, it must mean that we were with and in Him — being poured into and equipped with different unique gifts and qualities for the Good Works He would send us to do — before we passed through our mothers’ birth canals. It is this unshakable conviction that leads OluwaSeun to advocate for the truth that every child has the innate ability to hear God's voice.
OluwaSeun prays children and families are encouraged to cultivate a strong, lifelong relationship with God through the baptism of His Holy Spirit. OluwaSeun is excited to share this God-breathed Work by faith; in hopes that 'Best Friends with Holy Spirit' book series is impacting families worldwide.
Stay updated with the latest progress on the 'Best Friends with Holy Spirit' book series initiative. Follow our journey through milestones, upcoming releases, and behind-the-scenes insights. Be part of our story as we bring this powerful book series to life.
Creating an illustrated book with songs and activities is a significant undertaking. Starting with the first book in the series — 'Best Friends with Holy Spirit - I Hear A Voice' — your support will help cover the costs of:
Our total funding goal is CAD $30,000, which will allow us to bring this project to life by covering these essential costs and ensuring the first book in the series reaches as many audiences as possible.
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