Episode 295: Righteousness, Peace, and Joy: Decoding the Signals of God's Presence ❖ 295

The River, The Referee, and The Voice with Rev. Dr. David ChotkaHave you ever sat in the quiet—or in the middle of a chaotic Monday morning—and wondered: "Is that an interior thought from my own mind, or is Jesus actually giving me a tap on the shoulder?" In this episode of the Interviewing Jesus Podcast, host Kristen Wambach welcomes author, international speaker, and founder of Spirit-Equip Ministries, Rev. Dr. David Chotka. Moving far past surface-level church performance and dry academic theology, Pastor David breaks down the practical, everyday mechanics of hearing God's voice and recognizing the subtle signals of His presence.Together, Kristen and David unpack how Holy Spirit uses the ebb and flow of Righteousness, Peace, and Joy (Romans 14:17) as an internal compass. You’ll discover why God’s peace isn't just an emotion—it is an active "referee" (Colossians 3:15) that sifts your decisions, gives loving warnings, and confirms when you are standing on solid ground.🔥 Key Takeaways & Highlights in This Episode: The Anatomy of the "Tap on the Shoulder": How God primarily speaks through the increase or withdrawal of His presence in your spirit. Decoding Romans 14:17: * Righteousness: A sweet, un-distracted walk with Jesus. Peace: Internal serenity acting as the arbiter and referee of your soul.  Joy: An explosive internal celebration alive inside you, regardless of external circumstances. The Greek Lexicon Discovery (BDAG): The Greek word behind "rule" in Colossians 3:15 (brabeuō) and how ancient referees, arbiters, and judges blow the whistle on our choices. Stories of Divine Accuracy: How David learned discernment after walking away from a job with no peace.  The miraculous story of the $108 cash gift given to two friends at 4:00 PM on a Friday.  Kristen’s $800 farm debris pile and the precise ways God meets personal needs. The Banks of the River (Practical Activation): How building a simple 5-minute daily devotional habit creates the structural riverbanks for living water to flow without overwhelm. 🎶 Music Video: The Banks of The River, The Referee, and The Voice by Kristen Wambach 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO KRISTEN'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈✅ INTERVIEWING JESUS SHOW NOTES: GUEST LINKS AND LISTENER RESOURCES👏 Purchase How Good is God (AMAZON) (BARNES & NOBLE) (USA DIRECT FROM KRISTEN)➡️ Connect with Kristen on Social Media 🌲 LinkTree💌 Want to be a guest on Interviewing Jesus? Send Kristen Wambach a message on PodMatch!Thank you for spending this time with me. I am honored. See you next week, Kristen