“After the fire came a gentle and delicate whisper; and when Elijah heard it, he covered his face with his mantle” (1 Kings 19:12-13).
The voice of God does not impose itself with a roar, but whispers gently to the heart that is willing to listen. He speaks in secret, from spirit to spirit, and this communion is only perceived by those who withdraw from the noise of the world. If we fill our lives with vanities, rivalries, and anxieties, how can we distinguish the Lord’s silent touch? The danger lies in closing the ears of the soul and losing the direction that only He can give.
To hear clearly, it is necessary to live in faithfulness to the sublime commandments of God. They teach us to separate what is pure from what is empty, to seek holiness instead of the distractions of the world. When we choose obedience, we learn to silence both external and internal noises, and the voice of the Most High becomes alive and transformative.
Thus, make silence before God a holy habit. The Father speaks to the obedient and gently guides those who keep His will. Whoever inclines to listen will be led to the abundant life in Jesus, with peace, direction, and salvation. Adapted from Edward B. Pusey. Until tomorrow, if the Lord allows us.
Pray with me: Holy Father, I come before You asking for attentive ears and a heart sensitive to Your gentle voice. Remove from me the distractions that keep me from hearing You.
Beloved Lord, teach me to keep Your sublime commandments and to separate myself from the empty turmoil of this world. May Your voice always be clearer than any other.
Oh, dear God, I thank You because You still speak gently to my heart. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your powerful Law is a whisper of life to my soul. Your commandments are holy melodies that lead me on the right path. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
