Tune Your Ears
Monday, May 22
1 Samuel 3:8-11 NKJV
And the LORD called Samuel again the third time. So he arose and went to Eli, and said, “Here I am, for you did call me.” Then Eli perceived that the LORD had called the boy. Therefore Eli said to Samuel, “Go, lie down; and it shall be, if He calls you, that you must say, ‘Speak, LORD, for Your servant hears.’ ” So Samuel went and lay down in his place. Now the LORD came and stood and called as at other times, “Samuel! Samuel!” And Samuel answered, “Speak, for Your servant hears.” Then the LORD said to Samuel: “Behold, I will do something in Israel at which both ears of everyone who hears it will tingle.
Devotion
Do you have Samuel ears? Are you waiting on God’s voice? His whisper? His direction? Eager to serve, as Samuel demonstrates in this passage?
We have so many voices in this day and time. On social media it seems that everyone wants to give their opinion. During the Covid pandemic, there were so many contradicting voices. We have different media who each spin their story of current events to support their political views. Many programs, TV shows are shaping the culture in today’s society and not always for the better.
There is one voice however that we can put our trust in. The voice of the Lord. Like Samuel, we can invite the Lord to speak and let Him know that we are listening. His whispers are life altering, not only in our lives but they can reach generations to come. Pray today that God will awaken your ears. That He will teach you how to hear His voice more clearly. God desires to communicate with you, to make clear His plans, and purposes for your life. Tune your ears to hear His voice today.
Today's Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your still small voice. Even in the chaos you are speaking. Open my spiritual ears that I may hear you speak. Give me clarity for the road ahead and show me which way to go. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Apply It Today
Prayer is more than talking to God. It’s also making time to listen as He speaks. Don’t be in a hurry to leave His presence. Take time to listen.
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