Life Verse :: Can you hear me now? / John 10:27

Pastor Dave Liuzzo (Executive Pastor) - John 10:27 (John 8:47; 10:2, 14 & 27; Deuteronomy 6:4-5; Proverbs 15:1; 20:12; Psalms 23:1 & 3-4; 37:23; 46:10; Matthew 7:21-23; 9:36; 15:8; Romans 10:10 & 17; 2 Timothy 4:3-4; Ephesians 6:4; 1 Kings 19:12; James 1:22; Hebrews 11:1)

 

Can you hear me now?

When was the last time you heard the voice of God? Sometimes we think we hear God’s voice but in reality we’ve completely missed what He’s been trying to say to us. God is asking the question, “Can you hear me now?” If you haven’t been able to hear the voice of God, then it’s time to learn why.

 

Can you hear me now? (John 10:27)

 

Three reasons we do not hear the voice of God:

I. False Identity

A. A false identity has no relationship with the shepherd.

B. A false identity excludes the heart of the matter.

 

II. Selective Hearing

A. Selective hearing is hearing what we want.

B. Selective hearing is listening to what's loudest.

 

III. Sheer Disobedience

A. Sheer disobedience prevents clear direction in life.

B. Sheer disobedience prevents faith to follow God's voice.

 

How to hear the voice of God (SHEMA):

1. You have to have faith (faith is blind).

2. You have to listen to the voice of God.

3. You have to follow God's direction.

4. You have to trust where God is leading you.