"Speak, Lord, for Your Servant is Listening."

"Lord, I am listening!"

"And the Lord came and stood and called as at other `times, Samuel! Samuel!! Then Samuel answered, Speak, Lord, for Your servant is listening." (1 Samuel 3:10 AMP)

Among our Christian brothers and sisters, many wonder how we "hear" God's voice when He speaks. I wondered the same for years.

Here are some steps to help:

1. Desire to hear from God.

2. Schedule quiet time with God daily and show up!

3. Pray to hear God's voice when He speaks.

4. Read a selection from God's Word.

5. Meditate on God's Truth from Scripture.

6. Listen. Wait. Listen.

Distractions Come! Expect Them! As much as it is up to you, separate yourself from all else during your quiet time with the Lord. Discipline Yourself to ignore these "other" voices.

In time, you will begin to hear God's whispers from within your spirit. You will begin to know His voice in much the same way a flock of sheep know the voice of their own shepherd. They are able to distinguish their shepherd's voice from any other they may hear.

Recognizing God's voice comes with some practice. With repetition, you come to know when it is God and when it is not. Not only in sound but in content.When God speaks, He never violates the Scriptures. As you become more and more familiar with God's Word, you will be able to discern truth from error, and the ability to discern voices based on the message you have heard.

Begin your journey today! Spend some quiet time with Jesus - and - Listen!

~ Amen ~

"Here I Am, Lord"