Is That Really God Speaking? Hereâs How to Know.
Have you ever paused and wondered, âIs this really God speaking to me?â
Maybe you sense Him nudging you in a certain directionâor correcting, guiding, or prompting you to take action. But how do you know if itâs really His voice and not just your own thoughts?
Discernment starts with asking the right questions:
- Does it align with Scripture?
- Is it consistent with godly counsel from trusted voices?
- Are those in spiritual authority affirming it?
- Does it bring peace, or does it feel condemning and heavy?
- Is it drawing you closer to God and deeper into obedience?
But letâs go deeper.
At the core of Godâs voice is always this truth: You are His beloved.
Everything God saysâwhether to correct, direct, or encourageâflows out of your covenant relationship with Him. You're not a servant earning approval. You're a son or daughter resp