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Use this time simply to listen to the Lord. How is He encouraging you? Exhorting
you? Directing you? Be still and listen. Pray, "Lord, teach me how to be a good
listener." This is one of the most special times in the "Miracle Hour."
The Lord tells us
"My sheep listen to my voice ..."
(John 10:27).
As Christians who sincerely want to progress
in our relationship with the Lord, we must find a quiet place, away from noisy
distractions, and simply listen to the voice of our Lord. Often it helps to
close your eyes. He wants to speak to us more than we want to listen. He is a
God of love, and love longs to communicate. Have a pen and note pad handy, and
expect Him to speak. The previous steps have built up to this wonderful moment.
You have quieted your mind, your heart is open,your conscience is clear, and you
are centered on the Lord. And, if you are like most of us, you need a word of
encouragement from the Lord.
Say, with Samuel, "
Speak, for Your servant is listening" (1 Samuel 3:10).
As words or thoughts begin to come into your mind, write them in your notebook. Most
probably, it will be the Lord giving you a word of loving encouragement, hope
and healing. You will grow in ability to hear Him speak throughout your daily
affairs, as you spend quality time in prayer and scripture.Finally, it is also
true that love does not require words. God may love you in the silence as well.
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