Hi, I’m Terrie Phillips and I believe you were drawn to my website because you are “curious” about your dreams. I once was too, and that curiosity has never left me.
I began my journey to better understand dreams many years ago. After many twists and turns, I finally found a reliable information source – my Bible. Shortly thereafter a credible group of friends also provided me with additional resources helping me gain clarity on common symbols found in dreams, understanding their metaphorical language – and then how to interpret them. I began to recognize the weight and importance of those messages in the night. I knew something was drawing me closer encouraging me to explore the hidden mysteries behind a dream.
The Bible frequently mentions dreams. Although the exact count varies by translation, there are 21 significant dreams recorded within the pages. The Book of Genesis, Judges, 1Kings, Daniel, and Matthew are books where dreams are portrayed as a direct communication from God to man. What a novel idea proving the Creator of the Universe does desire to have relationship with us – to communicate with us in the most unfathomable of ways. You can question the why and attempt to refute with logic, but I have seen first-hand how God loves to speak with us through a dream. I know He wants to be known by us and that He does have a plan and a purpose for our future.
Beyond scientific and logical reasoning, dreaming is a necessary part of our life. Question: Why would a Creator equip us with such a fascinating tool? I believe it is about pursuit – His very real and personal quest to be relational with humankind – in our waking hours as well as in our sleeping hours. The hidden mysteries of God wait to be revealed through a dream – and that dreamscape can provide a vast world of communication between you and the Lord you love.
“For God does speak – now one way, now another – though man may not perceive it. In a dream, in a vision of the night when deep sleep falls on men as they slumber in their beds.” (Job 33:14-15 NIV)
Aristotle once wrote “All men by nature desire to know.“ This philosophical statement is the opening line from Aristotle’s Metaphysics. It conveys humanity’s relentless pursuit of knowledge and its attempt to comprehend God’s design. We are by nature inquisitive people hard-wired to pursue answers and satisfy our curiosity – and it is also inherent in our nature to seek out wisdom. Note: More information on this is provided under the Topic: Blog #2 (to sleep perchance to dream).
Isn’t it curious that the human mind seeks not only to understand the scientific but also seeks to understand our Creator? We are explorers of both nature and the universe, yet still yearn for a deeper understanding of God, infinity and eternity. If creation bears witness to the ways of God just by evidence of the intricacies of life as it exists around us, it is also possible God uses creation to speak to us in dreams. Question: Are they not also part and parcel f a pursuit that helps further our desire to know?”
*Daniel 2:27
“Daniel replied, no wise man, enchanter, magician or diviner can explain to the king the mystery he has asked about, but there is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries.“
– The Book of Daniel 2:22 (NIV)
“He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with him.”
Background
I began my path to uncover the mystery behind dreams in the late 1960’s. Years later I began seeking God for wisdom about dreams while diligently studying their complexities. The revelations that followed were amazing releasing me to help others understand their dreams. I recently published a book “Conversations and Encounters with God in the night” currently available on Amazon and through Barnes & Noble. It describes my personal journey of discovery into the hidden mysteries behind how and why we dream.
Experience
I have been interpreting the dreams of others for 20 years. Several dream seminars, conferences, Women’s Aglow, mission trips to Bolivia, and local small group teachings have provided me with a platform to teach and share. I show others that even a short dream correctly interpreted reveals God actively involved in the details of our life. Most recently I led a 4-part Webinar on dreams. People continue to trust and send me their dreams on an ongoing basis.
Leadership
Published author of “Conversations and Encounters with God in the night”
Speaker and teacher on how and why we dream from a Christian perspective.
Currently attends CONVO Church, Reno, NV
Member of CONVO Church’s “Dream Team” for Altar Prayer Ministry and Crew leadership (similar to life groups)
Previous leadership:
Director, Healing Rooms at Horizon Christian Church, Sparks, NV
Prayer Team and Pastor’s Prayer Shield member
Life Group Leader
Counseling minister, Horizon Christian church, Sparks, NV
Topics
You can gain direction for your life through a dream, and once you receive that revelation you will begin to delight in God’s night season with new-found excitement. I have yet to read In God’s word where He has chosen to close the door on communicating through a dream or a vision. Numerous cultures throughout human history have valued dreams, and our culture is no different. Be curious enough to start exploring the meanings behind your dreams – and by all means – enjoy the ride!
You can read more about this by clicking on the topics in the upper right-hand corner of this website. There are categories on the following: About – Contact – More Dream Components – Blog – Blog #2 – Scientific Facts
GOD STILL LOVES TO WHISPER TO US IN THE NIGHT SEASONS. ARE YOU WILLING TO LISTEN?