Have you ever found yourself asking, “God, is that You?”

Maybe you're facing a decision, feeling a persistent nudge, or wondering whether what you're hearing is God's direction, fear, emotion, or simply your own thoughts.

In this episode of the Fighting From Victory podcast, Michelle shares 7 biblical ways to discern God's voice, including how to test what you're hearing against Scripture, distinguish fear from God's leading, recognize His character, examine the fruit, seek wise counsel, and know when it may be time to wait.

Drawing from her own journey through Stage 4 cancer, difficult medical decisions, writing, ministry, and unexpected doors God has opened, Michelle shares what she has learned about seeking God's direction when she cannot see the entire road.

You don't need the entire map to follow God. His Word is your lamp, His voice is your compass, and you can trust the Shepherd to lead you one faithful step at a time.

📖 Scriptures mentioned in this episode:

• John 10:27: Jesus describes His followers as sheep who learn to recognize and follow their Shepherd’s voice
• Psalm 119:105: God’s Word is the lamp that gives us light for the next step
• 1 Corinthians 14:33: God is not a God of disorder, helping us distinguish His leading from fear and confusion
• John 16:13: The Holy Spirit guides us in truth
• Matthew 7:16: Looking at the fruit can help us discern where something is leading
• Galatians 5:22–23: The fruit of the Spirit helps us recognize what reflects God’s work in us
• Proverbs 15:22: Wise, godly counsel can help confirm direction and protect us from relying only on our own perspective
• James 1:5: When we lack wisdom, God invites us to ask Him and promises to give generously

🎧 Catch up on the first three episodes:

Episode 1: How to Pray When You Don't Know What to Say offers practical encouragement when you struggle to find the words to pray.

Episode 2: Does Having Fear Mean You Don't Have Faith? explores how fear can be present while faith is still growing.

Episode 3: How to Trust God During Difficult Times is about trusting God when circumstances haven't changed and taking the next faithful step.

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Read the companion Journal entry: How to Know if God Is Speaking to You

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We aren't fighting for victory. We're fighting from it.