Chosen by God: Hearing His Voice. People are desperate to hear from Jesus, but struggle to know if what they hear is His voice.
They aren't casually curious or mildly interested, but desperate.
Because underneath the questions we ask out loud is the one we carry quietly:
Am I hearing Him right? Today, Rachael Groll joins me on the podcast to discuss how to hear Jesus in daily life.
We want clarity in decisions, peace amid uncertainty, and the assurance that we know when we move forward. And yet, for many, hearing God feels unclear, distant, or even intimidating. starts here
Why Hearing God Feels So Difficult
We don’t struggle because God is silent. The struggle is due to all the noise.
The battle to hear His voice can be tied to:
- Our own thoughts
- Our emotions
- Outside opinions
- Cultural pressure
- Fear of getting it wrong
And somewhere in the middle of all that, we are trying to discern: Is this God or is this me?
That tension can cause one of two responses. We either over-spiritualize everything or stop listening altogether. And honestly, neither leads to confidence.
Listening to God Is a Choice
Here’s where we need to remind ourselves. Listening to God is not reserved for the spiritually elite. It is not dependent on personality. And it is not based on how emotional or expressive you are.
Listening to God is a choice! It is that simple. Now, that isn't always easy, but it is simple.
Here are a few daily, intentional decisions that will help:
- Turn down the noise
- Turn toward truth
- And posture your heart to hear
Scripture shows us this clearly. Jesus said, “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” (John 10:27)
They hear, and they follow.
That means hearing God is not meant to be hard. It is meant to be relational. The more we focus on spending time with Him, the easier it is to hear His voice.
What Scripture Shows Us About Hearing God
God has always spoken to His people, but He doesn’t speak in confusion. He speaks in alignment with His Word, with clarity of character, and in a way that leads to obedience rather than chaos.
In my conversation with Rachael Groll, we unpacked something that many believers miss:
Hearing God is less about chasing a voice and more about knowing Him well enough to recognize when He speaks.
That is the difference we must understand.
Discernment: The Skill Most Believers Never Build
Discernment is how we learn to distinguish between:
- Conviction and condemnation
- Truth and fear
- God’s leading and emotional reaction
But discernment doesn’t come from trying harder.
It comes from:
- Time in Scripture
- Familiarity with God’s character
- A willingness to pause instead of react
This is where many people get stuck.
They want immediate clarity without building long-term confidence.
The Fear That Keeps Us Stuck
Many believers are not really struggling to hear God. They are afraid of getting it wrong.
What are they afraid of:
- Making the wrong decision
- Misinterpreting what they sense
- Moving ahead without certainty
So instead of stepping forward, we hesitate. We wonder if the enemy is trying to trick us. But God is not hiding His will behind a maze of confusion.
He is a loving Father who leads.
How to Grow in Hearing His Voice
If you want to grow in hearing God, simplify the process.
Start here:
1. Anchor Yourself in Scripture
God’s voice will never contradict His Word.
If it doesn’t align with Scripture, it’s not Him.
2. Slow Down Your Response Time
Clarity often comes in the pause, not the rush.
3. Pay Attention to Patterns
God is consistent in how He leads you over time.
4. Remove the Pressure of Perfection
You are learning a relationship, not performing for approval.
5. Act on What You Already Know
Obedience builds clarity.
You Were Chosen, Now Learn to Listen
You were not chosen by God to live in constant confusion.
The lord wants you to:
- Know Him
- Walk with Him
- Hear Him
- Follow Him
It won't be perfect, but we are to be faithful.
Hearing His voice is not about becoming someone else.
It is about learning to trust him in every area of life.
If you’ve been second-guessing yourself, you’re not alone.
But you don’t have to stay there.
You can grow in confidence. And when you do, you won’t just make better decisions.
You will walk with greater peace.
About, References, and Links
About Rachael: Rachael Groll is an author, speaker, and Bible teacher with a master’s degree
in Bible Exposition from Biola University. She has spent years serving in
ministry, helping make Scripture accessible and practical for everyday life.
Through her books, including Hearing Jesus and podcasts, Rachael encourages audiences to
deepen their understanding of God’s Word and cultivate a personal
relationship with Jesus.
The following may contain affiliate links.
- Learn more about Rachael God Ministry.
- Check out Rachael's books: Hearing God; Hearing Jesus; She Hears: Learning to Listen to Jesus - A Six Week Bible Study; God Beside Us: Guided Journal Through the Psalms
- Hearing God Podcast with Rachael Groll
- Learn more about Parenting Beyond the Rules
