One example might be when we attend church, do we sit in anticipation of something the Lord will speak to our hearts; that He may have a new word for us? Or when the gospel is read, are we thinking of how many sermons we have heard on that portion and then tune out? If the latter is true of us, we can change that. Like one pastor writes, we can take notes on what we hear in the sermon and then be alert to any specific word that the Lord may have for us through the text or illustrations. The Lord may surprise us with fresh revelation of His presence and power.
I am reading Song of Songs right now and it is so full of love and intimacy with the Lord. As He says in Son of Songs 2:13, “Arise, my love, my beautiful companion, and run with time to the higher place. For now is the time to arise and come away with me.” Now is the time to draw close to the Lord, to hear His voice as he speaks. It will be peaceful and clear not condemning or forceful and it will never violate scripture. Even when He calls us to repentance, it is our choice to respond. When we give up going our own way and doing our own thing, wonderful peace will flood our hearts. He wants to speak His words of love to us in a myriad of ways. Just like with my relationship with Al, I never tire of him telling me he loves me, even if it is every day!
Challenge for today: Quiet your heart and listen to the Lord and respond in love.
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