Follow My Voice

Does knowing about God replace truly knowing Him? Many believers choose security or ritual over a vibrant relationship, mistaking religion for the voice of the Good Shepherd. The ache to recognize God's leading collides with the noise of our instincts, reason, and emotion. Pastor Ronnie uses John 10 to question common beliefs about being saved. He explains that Jesus' death is more than just escaping hell; it allows us to be close to God. Distilled through vivid personal Through clear personal stories and honest thinking, a key truth comes out: we can't go where we haven't learned to listen, and hearing the Shepherd's voice brings lasting rewards and true peace.way from formulas and toward humble, obedient relationship. Scriptures Referenced 1 Samuel 3:1-21; Psalm 119:10-11; Proverbs 14:12; Isaiah 55:8; Jeremiah 17:9; Matthew 25:40 & 45; John 3:16, 10:4-5, 13:34; 17:3; 2 Corinthians 11:14-15 Key Insights Why avoiding hell is not the highest reason for salvation: Eternal life is defined by knowing God, not just by living forever or religious activity. How to actually discern God’s voice: Listening is a posture cultivated by doing what we already know, not by trusting feelings, instincts, or clever reasoning. The weight and joy of obedience: Responding to what God says carries responsibility and reward—hearing leads to following, and following leads to transformation. Key Sections 00:00:00 | Welcome and Announcements Barbie Loflin expresses deep gratitude for the spiritual leaders present and introduces the focus on discerning the voice of the Lord. 00:06:21 | What Does It Mean to Be Saved? Ronnie Meek shares how salvation is not just being spared from hell but entering into a relationship where we truly know God. 00:12:23 | The Value of Hearing God’s Voice Ronnie Meek explains that knowing and hearing God’s voice is more precious than gold and gives believers confidence and direction for life. 00:23:40 | How NOT to Discern God’s Voice Ronnie Meek warns against relying on instinct, emotions, or human reasoning to discern God’s voice, reminding listeners these can lead astray. 00:27:31 | How TO Discern God’s Voice Ronnie Meek encourages cultivating openness, attention, and personal relationship, drawing from biblical examples like Moses, Elijah, and Paul. 00:36:10 | Learning to Hear God’s Voice Ronnie Meek emphasizes starting with simple obedience to God’s clear commands, especially loving others, in order to grow in recognizing and following His voice. https://springhouse.captivate.fm/episode/follow-my-voice Subscribe & Follow the Podcast Download our app Our Website Online Tithes & Offerings Join our Livestream Gathering Times Sundays, 9:00 AM Sundays, 11:00 AM Wednesdays, 6:00 PM Contact Info Springhouse Church 14119 Old Nashville Highway Smyrna TN 37167 615-459-3421 CCLI License 2070006