Communication with God is a two-way street. We often focus on talking to Him and telling Him what we want, but He desires to talk to us as well. But, how do we know it's Him talking and not our own desires? Today's guest, Jenilee Samuel shares important insight and advice as we learn how to hear God's voice. Jenilee Samuel is founder & podcast host at Java with Jen Podcast, CEO of J. Samuel Styling, mom to four boys, and serves alongside her husband as Executive Pastors in Orange TX. Her mission is to hasten Jesus' return through relationship-discipleship, equipping the church & its leaders to hear His voice and walk as Jesus did, and funding missions through business. She has spoken to groups from 8 person Bible studies, to 85,000-person Stadium events, but she considers her greatest achievements to be those she has disciples into a deeper walk with Jesus, who then disciple others to know him better too. Discipleship & equipping is at the core of her life-mandate. Interview Highlights * Jenilee explains what it means to hear God’s voice and how we know He’s speaking. * “The journey of learning to hear God is about learning to discern between my soul and my spirit.” – Jenilee Samuel * Jeniliee explains how we make the distinction between soul and spirit. * “God speaks to us in various volumes, in various tones, and in various pathways.” - Jenilee Samuel * “Sometimes I will imagine myself putting my ear on the Lord’s chest and just hearing His heart.” – Jenilee Samuel * Jenilee addresses why we don’t expect to hear the voice of God. * “Give yourself permission to rebel against condemnation.” * “For me to be working in the field I’m working in with the skills and giftings I have now, 110% Jesus.” - Jenilee Samuel * Jenilee shares advice on how to be more sensitive to God’s voice. * “The next time you feel that you’ve heard God’s voice, respond with obedience.” - Jenilee Samuel Relevant Links & Resources * Connect with Jenilee on Facebook, Instagram, and her blog. * Listen to Java with Jen Podcast. * Follow us on Instagram. * Connect with your host Sherry Jones. Follow her on Facebook & Instagram. * Support Sherry and this podcast by buying her a coffee. * Purchase your copy of Sherry's book Speak Life Moments: A Transformational Journey. * Learn more about The Speak Life with Your Story Coaching Program and start your writing journey. * Spread the word about your business, products, and services on this podcast. Learn about our Partnership Packages. Take care, be blessed, be safe, and remember the church is not a building. We are the church!
