Do you equate the voice of God with a shout? Do you expect Him to roar His commands? Do you believe His very nature requires that He bellow?
If your answer is “yes,” perhaps you have discovered one reason why you often hesitate to invite Him into close relationship with you. We resist intimacy with those who consistently shout, roar or bellow.
I recently observed two sisters in an unguarded moment. Both girls are at an age where their relationship is frequently strained, where arguing is the more common form of communication. But on this occasion, the younger girl leaned close to her sister and whispered something into her ear. Both girls immediately dissolved into shared giggles! Communication had been swift, understanding mutual, and intimacy — though short-lived! — established.
To hear the whispers of God, we must determine to develop an attitude of attentive listening. Activity, sounds (even good ones like uplifting music) can easily distract us from the solitude and silence needed to hear the whispers of God. What precious message we might hear if we only leaned close enough to hear those whispers.
Prayer: Father God, it’s not easy in my busy world to sit quietly. Not only is my life filled with distractions, but I find myself valuing activity more than solitude with You. Please help me set aside time daily to just sit in Your presence and listen for Your whispers.
Quote of the Day: “Rest allows us to recharge our batteries and reorganize our priorities. The Creator of the universe rested. So must we” ~ Phil Callaway:
Questions to Ponder and Discuss: Why do you think we resist sitting quietly before God? What three things can you do this week to plan for such time and see it happen?
by Marilyn Ehle
About the Author: http://tmdevotionals.com/women/authors/marilyn-ehle/
