Listening to God

How well do I know God? Absence of understanding about God’s personality and what pleases Him obstructs listening.

Do I think that God wants to chat to me? A poor self-image is one reason we have lifeless hearing. Do I live with a feeling of guilt? When we suspect Devil’s lies about not measuring up to God’s standard, we experience fake guilt, and our listening skills reduce.

Have I been too busy to take time for God? The Lord expects us to hear Him and reply, even in our busyness. Do I think God speaks thru His Holy Spirit? When we have unbelief about God chatting to us personally, we won’t hear His voice.

Am I indignant with God? Over time, God-directed anger can close our heart to His words. Have I made a decision on how I need God to answer? When we have got a rebellious spirit, we close our ears to any solution but our own. How well do I receive feedback and correction? Our inclination is to reject the messenger without determining if she or he was sent by God. ( Luke 8:18a ) now would be an excellent time to obey.