Our Pursuit: Why You’re Not Hearing God

Our Pursuit: Why You’re Not Hearing God

From Great Oaks Fellowship Podcast by Great Oaks Fellowship

March 9, 2026 · 1h 19m

About this episode

Pastor David discusses how believers can hear God's voice amidst distractions and sin.

This week, Pastor David teaches on one of the most important questions believers ask: How do I hear God’s voice? God isn’t silent - He speaks to His children through the Holy Spirit, His Word, and the everyday moments of life. But distractions, unaddressed sin, and the noise of the world can make it difficult to discern His voice. In this message, we learn how to position our hearts to hear from God clearly and walk in the guidance He wants to give us. 1. “God Wants to Speak to His Children” (John 16:13–15) * The Holy Spirit is God’s presence living inside every believer. * He guides us into truth and reveals what comes from Christ. * Hearing God is part of a normal relationship with Him. 2. “Use the Gift of the Holy Spirit” (Romans 8:11) * The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in you. * Many believers leave this gift unopened and unused. * The Holy Spirit empowers us, guides us, and helps us hear God. 3. “Check for Kinks in the Hose” (Ephesians 4:30–32) * Bitterness, anger, resentment, and unforgiveness can grieve the Holy Spirit. * These attitudes restrict the flow of God’s voice and power in our lives. * When we release these things, the Spirit flows freely…

People in this episode

Host: Pastor David

Topics covered

  • hearing God's voice
  • Holy Spirit
  • spiritual guidance
  • overcoming distractions
  • obedience to God

Keywords

  • hearing God
  • Holy Spirit
  • spiritual guidance
  • obedience
  • distractions

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: John 16:13–15, Romans 8:11, Ephesians 4:30–32, James 1:19–22, Luke 5:15–16

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