Hey there, warriors! Welcome back to "The Power Of God's Whisper Podcast". Today, we're cracking open Matthew 7:16, a powerful scripture where Jesus reminds us that we can identify false prophets by their fruit. So, how does this apply to discerning God's voice from others? Let's dive in, decipher this together, and equip ourselves with discernment that'll strengthen our spiritual journey.
Point 1: Recognizing the Voices
In our lives, we encounter a multitude of voices - our own thoughts, external influences, the enemy's deceptions, and yes, God's voice. The challenge is distinguishing God's whispers amidst this noise. Jesus provides a key: watch the fruit. If a voice leads you towards sin or away from God, it's not His.
Point 2: Evaluating the Fruit
When we're struggling with discernment, especially in morally ambiguous or complex situations, look at the fruit. True, godly counsel aligns with the fruit of the Kingdom: peace, goodness, and joy in the Holy Spirit, and the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. It directs our minds toward what's true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and admirable.
Point 3: Discerning Bad Fruit
False voices, even if they seem scriptural, yield bad fruit: fear, guilt, doubt, anxiety, and exasperation. These voices do not align with the Kingdom of God and should be rejected. Learning to recognize these signs can help us discern the true voice of God and maintain our spiritual peace.
Conclusion:
Discerning God's voice among the many who clamor for our attention is a vital skill in our spiritual journey. Using Jesus' wisdom in Matthew 7:16, we can evaluate the 'fruit' each voice produces, leading us closer to God's whispers and away from deception.
Call to Action:
Are you ready to hone your discernment? Start by praying for wisdom and understanding. Engage with God's Word, understand the fruits of the Spirit, and learn to identify the bad fruits. Share your discernment journey with others, and remember, you're not alone in this! Be sure to subscribe to "The Power Of God's Whisper Podcast" for more insights and guidance on your spiritual journey. Together, let's deepen our discernment and tune in more clearly to the voice of God.
Let’s Pray…Lord, help me recognize Your words by the environment they create within me. You may speak convicting, sobering words, but I know You will never oppress me with guilt, shame, fear, anxiety, or depression. Fill me with joy and peace, lift me up and inspire me, and give me rest with the sound of Your voice.
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