Hearing the Voice of God1 Samuel 3: 1-21 (page 213)

How does the Story of God become the Voice of God?

Practical Steps1. Belong to God.

Practical Steps1.Belong to God.2.Stop. Be still.

Practical Steps1.Belong to God.2.Stop. Be still.3.Read the Bible daily.

Practical Steps1.Belong to God.2.Stop. Be still.3.Read the Bible daily. 4. Ask God a question.

Practical Steps5. Listen for God’s answer in

prayer and in His Word.

Practical Steps5. Listen for God’s answer in

prayer and in His Word.6. Confirm it through godly

counsel.

Practical Steps5. Listen for God’s answer in

prayer and in His Word.6. Confirm it through godly

counsel.7. If God tells you to do

something, do it!

Lectio Divina1. Prepare by quieting yourself.2. Read the passage slowly.3. Read it again for the word or phrase

that most stirs you. 4. Respond to God with your thoughts

and feelings about the meaning that has emerged (e.g., pray, ask for help, write).

5. Rest in God’s embrace.