And the Lord came, and stood, and called as at other times, Samuel, Samuel. Then Samuel answered, Speak; for thy servant heareth. 1 Sam 3:1 KJV
In 1 Samuel 3, the Lord called on Samuel four times but three of the times he ran to Eli the priest thinking it was Eli calling him. Samuel hadn’t yet been instructed on how to recognize God’s voice, he was a young boy who was an apprentice, still learning the ropes. After Samuel ran to Eli twice thinking it was Eli calling him, he came the third time and at this time Eli perceived that the Lord was the One calling him. He then taught Samuel what to do, he taught Samuel how to "respond to God".
How good is your signal strength when it comes to hearing from God? So many people have missed God because they didn't know how to hear and respond to God. They missed the message when it came. In order to hear God, give God permission to speak to you. We’re told Eli’s advise to Samuel, he told Samuel to say speak Lord for your servant hears (1 Samuel 3:9). Give God permission to speak, He talks to us everyday, He can talk to you if you know how to respond to Him.
Further Scripture Study: Proverbs 4:20
Declare This: Heavenly Father, my spirit is open to hearing You talk to me regarding the truth I need in my life right now. You have all the answers I need and I promise to respond rightly in Jesus name Amen.
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