NOTES :

“This is not good!” Moses’ father-in-law exclaimed. “You’re going to wear yourself out—and the people, too. This job is too heavy a burden for you to handle all by yourself.

Exodus 18:17–18 (NLT)

How do We Hear God through the People Around Us?

HEAR with Humility

“What are you really accomplishing? Why are you doing this alone?” – Jethro

“Wounds from a sincere friend are better than many kisses from an enemy.”

Proverbs 27:6 (NLT)

WEIGH with Wisdom

“…and if God commands you to do so…” – Exodus 18:23

How to Weigh What You Hear

Character

Confirmation

Clarity

OBEY with Courage

“Moses listened to his father-in-law’s advice and followed his suggestions.” – Exodus 18:24

BOTTOM LINE:
Sometimes the voice you’re IGNORING is the voice God is USING.

THE CHALLENGE: 
What voice have you IGNORED because it was uncomfortable?