The Shepherd’s Voice

Daily Scripture Threshing for Today — Sunday, February 22, 2026

Today’s Text: John 10:1–16

Key Verse: “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” — John 10:27 (KJV)

In a world filled with countless voices—of culture, fear, ambition, and opinion—hearing the Shepherd’s voice is both a necessity and a privilege. The strength of every believer’s walk rests not in the loudness of their surroundings but in the clarity of their Shepherd’s call. To hear Him is to find peace, protection, and purpose.

The Shepherd’s voice is unique—it brings reassurance when life is uncertain, redirection when paths are unclear, and rest when the soul is weary. Many hear noise, but few discern His tone. His voice never condemns, though it corrects; it never confuses, though it convicts. The Shepherd does not shout—He speaks softly to those who stay close.

Learning to recognize His voice requires relationship, not routine. The more time spent in His Word and presence, the sharper our spiritual hearing becomes. Every whisper of the Shepherd carries wisdom for our walk and safety for our soul. To follow His voice is not merely obedience—it is intimacy in motion.

Action Step: Spend quiet time today in prayer and Scripture. Before making decisions or reacting to pressure, pause and ask, “Lord, is this Your voice or mine?” Then wait—His peace will confirm His path.

Quote for the Day: “The voice of the Shepherd is clearest in the silence of surrender.” — (Simon Olatunji #quotablequote)

Let Us Pray: Dear Lord, thank You for being my Shepherd and my Guide. Tune my heart to recognize Your voice above all others. Silence the noise of fear, pride, and confusion within me. Teach me to walk in daily obedience to Your word and will. I choose to follow You wherever You lead—in Jesus’s name, Amen.

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Thank you for threshing the Word with me today. For further study on this topic, please read: Psalm 23:1–3; Isaiah 30:21; Revelation 3:20.

With love and prayers,

Simon Wale Olatunji, Ph.D.

Your Darling Bishop (DaBishop)

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