The Unfamiliar Voice of the Shepherd

Good Morning!

We are living in perilous times, and the noise around us grows louder by the day. Confusion spreads easily when leaders speak without wisdom, when voices rise that stir unrest, and when lies are packaged as truth. 

In a world overflowing with opinions, agendas, and spiritual counterfeits, there is only one voice that leads to life: the voice of the True Shepherd.

 

Yet if we are honest, many of us struggle to recognize His voice. Not because He is silent, but because we have grown accustomed to the unfamiliar voices around us. Isaiah reminds us that “we all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us turning to our own way.” When we drift, the Shepherd’s voice becomes faint not absent, but unfamiliar.

 

Hearing God clearly is not automatic; it is cultivated. It takes practice, intention, and a heart that is willing to slow down long enough to listen. Sheep learn the shepherd’s voice by proximity by staying close, watching, following, and trusting. The same is true for us.

 

Now more than ever, we must anchor ourselves in prayer and immerse ourselves in God’s Word. Scripture trains our spiritual ears. Prayer softens our hearts. Obedience sharpens our discernment. The more time we spend with Him, the more quickly we recognize when a voice is not His.

 

Do not be fooled by the noise. Do not be swayed by the chaos. Draw near to the Shepherd who goes before you, who calls you by name, and who leads you into truth, peace, and safety.

Today, make it your intention to listen not to the loudest voice, but to the right one. His voice is steady. His voice is sure. His voice will never lead you astray.

Knowing the voice of God

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 Today’s affirmation:
 I heard an unknown voice. Psalm 81:5-8, My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. - John 10:27

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Be still and hear God

Today's affirmation: #BeStill #GentleVoice

And after the earthquake a fire; but the Lord was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice. (1Kings:19 1-13)

Good Morning! ~ A Stranger's Voice

The unfamiliar voice of the Shepherd

The Shepard and his Sheep

Read: John 10:1-18

My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. - John 10:27

The sheep know their voice

Two shepherds lead their flock to graze; one heading north the other south. As the men greeted each other so do their sheep, hundreds commingling into a sea of unrecognizable wool. 

There are no brands, or unique markings just sheep. So how do these shepherds separate their flock? Each man shouts a cadence or whistle, systematically parting the sheep like the Red Sea, triggering the flock to fall in line with their rightful master. What appeared to be disorder was resolved with a voice that only their sheep recognized.

God's sheep

Over 200 times sheep is mentioned in the Bible. Sheep where important to the people of that time as well as they are symbolically referred to as God’s people. David, a shepherd himself, wrote the 23rd Psalm which illustrates what a “personal” relationship with God should be like.  The Lord is my Sheppard and I shall not want. 

We like sheep often go astray, turning to our own ways Isaiah 53:6.  We pay attention to unfamiliar voices while seeking greener pastures of living. In the prime of life, we find ourselves following the voice of leaders, government, and even strangers forgetting that God guides us! All too often, in the mist of personal crusades, people find themselves lost confused and sometimes trapped. Their cries for help reach the ears of many, yet individuals who don’t have a relationship with Jesus, mistaken the Master’s voice with thieves, who want to physically and spiritually steal kill and/or destroy.

Hearing God's voice

Understand God's voice is not always audible it is unlike that of Cecil B. Demille’s version in the movies - a talking bush. Through and bible study, learn God’s voice.  Become acquainted with God’s communication by Practicing, resting, and abiding in God for spiritual comfort. There will be frustration during your process of tuning into Christ and keep in mind the green pastures, shadows of the valley, and flowing waters are temporary yet the message is to follow the shepherd and develop a relationship; these things will never fade.

The Good shepherd

A good shepard know their sheep

Jesus told his followers that he is the good shepherd his sheep know his voice and he calls them by name. To be one of the chosen, humble yourself and desire the need to commune with Christ. Shake off the negative characteristics of sheep: demanding, stubborn, straying, easily influenced, fearful, as well as restlessness. Make way for a better relationship by becoming totally dependent of the shepherd for every need. We all have fallen into ruts and are easily thrust aside in life, but thanks be to God, for Grace and Mercy which will allow us to live in His goodness and loving kindness all the days of our life

Tigner


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