How Do You Know It's God Speaking?

Can you really hear God's voice?In Part 1 of this conversation, Anthony Serino and Pastor Sam Edwards explore what the Bible teaches about hearing God, growing in discernment, and walking in step with the Holy Spirit.They discuss why hearing God is rooted in relationship—not performance—and share three biblical tests for discerning whether a thought truly comes from God.In this episode:• Does God still speak today?• The meaning of John 10:27 ("My sheep hear My voice")• Pentecost and the reversal of Babel• Three biblical filters for discernment• Why Scripture is the final authority• The importance of wise counsel and Christian community• Why obedience increases spiritual clarity• Learning to trust God one step at a timeWhether you're new to following Jesus or have walked with Him for years, this conversation offers practical biblical wisdom for recognizing God's voice with confidence.Timestamps:00:00 Hearing God Together02:13 Why God Speaks09:31 Pentecost & Babel20:09 Three Tests for Discernment28:18 Scripture Is the Authority30:40 Wise Counsel Matters49:58 Tuning Into God's Voice56:32 Why God Gives the Next Step01:01:08 Obedience Unlocks Hearing01:08:17 Experiencing God's Presence01:10:05 Closing Prayer