You know His voice - Ceri Watson

Over the last few weeks, the warm weather has meant that I've had my classroom windows open all the time. My room is on the first floor, and I can hear the buzz and excitement as all the Primary school pupils are in the playground. But there are two voices my ears are more attuned to. The voices of my two children. Whilst I hear the general buzz from everyone else, I often hear clearly the words and emotions as my two play. I can tell you when Isaac scores a goal in football or the cry when he falls over. I can tell you when Eliza is looking after the younger ones or is falling about laughing with her friends. These two voices are part of me. In fact, I would struggle to not hear them!

The same is true for all of us who know Jesus. Our natural disposition is to hear his voice above any other. Hearing His voice is completely wrapped up in relationship. It makes sense. The more time I spend with Jesus, the greater I know Him.

The Holy Spirit is a wonderful, still small voice in a very loud world. He's not chaotic, but His voice brings rest. He gives peace and direction. He orders our steps as we walk with Him and follow the direction He takes.

So today, if you want to hear His voice, spend time together. Read the Word with Him. Talk to Him through prayer. Speak in tongues. Sing about His goodness.

You'll find you're not straining to hear His voice, but that He's always right beside you.

Psalm 23

1 The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.

2 He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams.

3 He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honour to his name.

4 Even when I walk through the darkest valley,

I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me.

Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.

5 You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honour me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings.

6 Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.