The Joy Bringer Podcast - John Ch 7:40 - 8:11 (The Fruit Test)

The Joy Bringer Podcast - John Ch 7:40 - 8:11 (The Fruit Test) Summary In this episode of the Joy Bringer Podcast, Season Bowers explores the concept of recognizing the voice of God amidst the noise of the world. Through the lens of scripture, particularly the story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery, she discusses how to discern the voice of the Lord by examining the fruits it bears. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between the voice of God, which brings love and grace, and the voice of the enemy, which brings shame and accusation. Bowers encourages listeners to engage in self-reflection and to tune their ears to the divine voice that calls them by their true identity. Keywords Joy Bringer Podcast, voice of God, hearing from the Lord, fruit test, spiritual growth, understanding scripture, Christian teachings, self-reflection, influence of words, mercy and grace, Season Bowers Takeaways The voice of the Lord bears fruit such as love and peace. Hearing from God involves a 'fruit test' to discern His voice. The enemy's voice is characterized by accusation and shame. Jesus' response to sin is one of mercy and correction. Recognizing God's voice requires spending time in His presence. The fruit of the Spirit is essential in identifying God's voice. Self-reflection is crucial in understanding whose influence we are under. It's important to differentiate between the voices of division and mercy. The kindness of the Lord leads us to repentance. It's never too late to change our words and influences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Joy Bringer Podcast 01:03 Hearing the Voice of God 04:10 The Fruit Test: Identifying God's Voice 05:36 Understanding the Nature of God's Voice 06:30 The Influence of Voices in Our Lives