Day 1: The Shepherd’s Voice

Devotional From The Sermon: Seeking Voices God Never Sent

Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu

Reading: John 10:1-16, Psalm 23

Devotional:

Like sheep, we are dependent creatures who cannot navigate life’s complexities alone. Jesus declares, “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me” (John 10:27). In a world filled with competing voices—social media influencers, cultural trends, and spiritual counterfeits—the critical question isn’t whether you need guidance, but whose voice you’re following. The Good Shepherd provides, protects, and guides. He knows your name and the path you should walk. Today, pause and ask: Am I familiar enough with God’s voice to distinguish it from all others? Cultivate intimacy with Christ through prayer and Scripture, so when strange voices call, you’ll recognize them as foreign. Your spiritual survival depends on knowing the Shepherd’s voice.

Reflection:

• What voices are competing for your attention today?
• How can you tune your heart more closely to God’s voice?