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Recognize God’s Voice

 

Today’s Reflection

The more we practice stillness, the greater our ability to listen for and recognize God’s voice of reassurance and deep love in our lives. The more we recognize God’s naming us as beloved, the greater our ability to serve.

—Kristen E. Vincent, We Are Beloved: A Lenten Journey with Protestant Prayer Beads (Upper Room Books, 2019)

Today’s Question

How are stillness and service both connected to hearing God’s voice? Join the conversation.

Today’s Scripture

Then I heard the Lord’s voice saying, “Whom should I send, and who will go for us?”
I said, “I’m here; send me.”

—Isaiah 6:8 (CEB)

Prayer for the Week

Open my heart to your love, O God.
Submit your prayer to The Upper Room.

Something More

Lectionary Readings

  • Exodus 17:1-7
  • Psalm 95
  • Romans 5:1-11
  • John 4:5-42

Read the lectionary texts courtesy of Vanderbilt Divinity Library here.

Looking for lectionary-based resources? Learn more about The Upper Room Disciplines.

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