The Unseen Guidance of God
As I stood at the gates of the theme park, my two small children gazed up at me with pleading eyes, begging for “just one more ride.” I hesitated, knowing the long drive home lay ahead, but their enthusiasm was infectious. I relented, granting them ten more minutes of fun. Little did I know, fate had other plans. A devastating crash on the nearby Interstate had just occurred, claiming multiple lives, including an entire family. As we navigated around the tangled wreckage, I couldn’t help but think about those extra minutes we spent in the park. It was a sobering reminder that our lives had just been spared.
The Many Voices of God
In that moment, I realized that God had spoken to me through the voices of my children. It’s a profound truth: God can communicate with us in countless ways – through others, nature, preaching, and most importantly, His Word. The issue lies not in His willingness to guide us, but in our ability to listen and respond. We must attune ourselves to His gentle whispers, for He desires to direct every aspect of our lives, every single day.
Tuning In to God’s Frequency
So, how can we hear God’s voice? The answer lies in immersing ourselves in His Word daily, listening for that still, small voice within. It’s not always an audible sound, but a deep-seated sense of guidance that resonates within our inner being. To hear God, we must quiet our minds and focus on Him. When we do, we’ll begin to discern His call.
A Heartfelt Prayer
Lord, I yearn to hear You more clearly, to love You more deeply, and to follow Your guidance in every step I take. Help me to be more attentive to Your voice, to listen more intently, and to obey Your directions without hesitation. As Your Word promises, “Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know” (Jeremiah 33:3).
— John Grant, former Florida State Senator and practicing attorney
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