– Scripture:

For who were the people who turned a deaf ear? Weren’t they the very ones Moses led out of Egypt? And who was God provoked with for forty years? Wasn’t it those who turned a deaf ear and ended up corpses in the wilderness? And when he swore that they’d never get where they were going, wasn’t he talking to the ones who turned a deaf ear? They never got there because they never listened, never believed.

                              Hebrews 3:16–19 MSG

– Reflection:

                Don’t Ignore It

Sometimes, the quiet voice of God speaks to us about practical matters. For example, “You’re not eating healthy. This is not good for you.” Even if you keep ignoring it, don’t dismiss it. You might also hear a whisper, “You need to get to work on time,” or “You need to treat your spouse better. You need to watch your words.” These are gentle whispers, impressions in your spirit, not your mind. Your intellect may say it’s fine, but deep in your spirit, you know you should do it.

Where do we go from here?

When we understand that the whispers are for our benefit and that they are God leading us down the best path, we won’t ignore them or push them away. We’ll be quick to obey. If you don’t feel at peace about a purchase, put it back. If you feel a prompting to spend time with your child, turn the TV off and obey. At work, if you feel uneasy about being with someone, trust your instincts and make the change.

Our Prayer for Today

“Father, thank you for speaking to us in practical ways about everything we are involved with. Thank you for directing us for our benefit and leading us down the best path. We declare that we are committed to obeying your still-small voice today. In Jesus’ name, amen.”