4/08/25 God Speaks in the Whisper
- Fr. Patrick Bush
- Apr 8
- 2 min read
Takeaway: Learning to listen for God’s voice in unexpected ways.
“Then a great and powerful wind tore the mountains apart and shattered the rocks before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake. After the earthquake came a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper.” — 1 Kings 19:11b-12
Opening Prayer
Heavenly Father, As I come into Your presence, I quiet my heart before You. In the busyness of life, help me to be still and listen for Your voice. Open my mind to understand Your Word, soften my heart to receive Your truth, and strengthen my spirit to follow where You lead. May this time of devotion draw me closer to You. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Reflection
Elijah was desperate to hear from God. He had witnessed mighty acts of power before, but now, weary and afraid, he hid in a cave, longing for God’s voice. Perhaps he expected a grand, undeniable display of divine power. Instead, God’s presence came in a whisper.
Like Elijah, we often look for God in dramatic moments—earth-shaking experiences, miraculous signs, or loud proclamations. But what if God is speaking in the stillness? What if His voice is not in the storm but in the quiet of our hearts? We live in a noisy world, filled with distractions, demands, and digital overload. In our pursuit of answers, we may assume that God’s silence is not a good sign. Yet, just as He spoke to Elijah in the whisper, God invites us to lean in, to listen with expectation, and to trust that He is present even when He speaks softly.
Question
What are some practical ways you can create more space for stillness and listening in your daily life?
Application
• Limit Noise and Distractions. Reduce unnecessary noise in your life, such as excessive social media, television, or background clutter, to become more attuned to God’s whispers.
• Practice Listening Prayer. Instead of only speaking in prayer, take moments to quietly wait and reflect, allowing God to speak to your heart.
• Spend Time in Nature. Go for a walk outdoors, sit by a quiet stream, or watch the sunrise as a way to sense God’s presence in the stillness.
Closing Prayer
Lord, help me to quiet my heart and listen for Your voice. Teach me to recognize Your presence, not just in the extraordinary but in the everyday moments of life. Let me be still and know that You are God. Amen.
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