In John 10, Jesus says, “My sheep hear My voice.” But does this passage teach that Christians should expect to hear an audible or personal voice from God?

In this episode, we carefully examine John 10 in its wider context, beginning with the themes of belief and unbelief, sight and blindness, and the growing conflict between Jesus and the Pharisees in John 7–9. We explore how Jesus’ words about hearing His voice point to recognizing who He is, receiving His teaching, following Him in faith, and receiving eternal life—not seeking additional revelation outside of Scripture.

We also discuss Jesus as the Good Shepherd, the contrast between Christ and false shepherds, the connection to Ezekiel 34, and the security believers have in His hands. John 10 is ultimately a beautiful passage about salvation, Christ’s care for His sheep, and the assurance that no one can snatch them away from Him.

Join us as we slow down, zoom out, and read “My sheep hear My voice” faithfully and in context.

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What does the Bible teach about the role God has given women? In this episode of The Bible Friends, we open Scripture and discuss the high and holy calling of women within the church, marriage, motherhood, and discipleship.

Beginning in Titus 2, we examine the responsibility of older women to teach and encourage younger women, the importance of loving our husbands and children, and how the way Christian women live can either honor or dishonor the Word of God. We also explore passages from 1 Timothy 2, 1 Peter 3, and Ephesians 5 as we consider women teaching in the church, biblical submission, marriage as a picture of Christ and the church, and the powerful influence women have in their homes and communities.

The world may diminish the roles of wife, mother, homemaker, and faithful disciple—but Scripture presents them as meaningful, influential, and deeply valuable to God. Our desire is not to approach this debated subject with fear or hostility, but with humility, grace, and a willingness to submit every belief to God’s Word.

What does it mean to defend your faith when the world shames, mocks, or questions you? In this episode of The Bible Friends, we study 1 Peter 3:15 in its surrounding context and explore Peter’s instruction to always be ready to give a defense for the hope within us.

Rather than treating this verse as a general encouragement to simply live a joyful life, we look at how Peter was writing to Christians facing opposition, slander, and pressure because of their allegiance to Jesus. We discuss Christian apologetics, standing firm without shrinking back, responding with meekness and fear, and living in a way that reflects Christ even when others treat us unjustly. We also consider how Peter’s own denial and restoration give added weight to his encouragement to remain faithful and unashamed.

Join us as we study Scripture carefully, faithfully, and in context—and consider whether we are truly prepared to explain and defend the hope we have in Christ.