Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast Is This Similar to Learning to Hear God’s Voice?
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Jan 30, 2026 Listeners hear a debate about whether a baby-hears-bird analogy fits learning to recognize God’s voice. Clear biblical examples of divine communication are discussed. The show tackles taking communion after conflict and the purpose of prayer when outcomes seem predetermined. Practical resources for teen discipleship and reasons for praying outside abortion clinics are also covered.
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Clarity In Scriptural Encounters
- Koukl compares biblical cases (Saul on the road to Damascus, John at the baptism) to show recipients heard clearly even if others did not.
- He concludes apparent ambiguity reflects different intended audiences, not a muted divine voice.
Test Illustrations Against Scripture
- Don't base theology on colorful illustrations; check the biblical text instead of analogies about birds or wives with bullhorns.
- Use Scripture to ground claims about hearing God rather than persuasive but nonprobative examples.
Reading John 10 In Context
- John 10's "my sheep hear my voice" is indicative, not a prescription that Christians must learn an inner audible assignment.
- Koukl reads the passage as describing effectual calling involving the Father and Spirit, not private voice-recognition training.
