Not Hearing God, Can Be Good?
“When I remember these things, I pour out my soul within me. For I used to go with the multitude; I went with them to the house of God, With the voice of joy and praise, With a multitude that kept a pilgrim feast.” Psalm 42:4 (NKJV)
“When I remember these things, I pour out my soul within me. For I used to go with the multitude; I went with them to the house of God, With the voice of joy and praise, With a multitude that kept a pilgrim feast.” Psalm 42:4 (NKJV)
I sometimes struggle with authentic prayer. At times, I
have prayer that is a sweet communion with God, where I am fully in His Presence.
Other times, I feel like the line is disconnected, like I'm trying too hard to
make meaningful prayer happen. I know God still hears me, but I wonder if am I
talking too much or doing it wrong and I can't hear God's voice.
A month ago, I started a new routine of waking early to
spend time in prayer and study before I start my day. It has been wonderful and
has helped me focus on God better for the day, but I still struggle with prayer
on some days.
But, then I think...
Perhaps it's good that I don't hear from God all the time. Not hearing makes me cherish the times I do. Not hearing makes me long for those times more.
How about you? Do you struggle sometimes with prayer or
with hearing God's voice?
