Voices

A confession. Of David. September 6, 2021.

Like the humans in the garden, there are voices competing for my attention.

Like Moses, how can I believe what I hear?

Like David, when I am anxious I seek God’s face in prayer.

Like Elijah, I listen for His voice, even in the noise.

Like Job, I want to speak to God—may my voice be heard by my vindicator.

Like Habakkuk, I will wait for Him.

But there are voices competing for my attention.

Adam and Eve did not run from the voice of the enemy—it was the sound of Yahweh, the voice of thunder, that frightened them.

I need discernment, Lord.

Help me to discern Your voice in my frustration and anxiety. May I not sin and run when You want me to be still.

Remind me to be still when I do not know what to do.

It is unwise to make decisions when fearful— they tend to bring good things to ruin.

I confess I am anxious.

I confess I am confused.

I confess I am weary.

But I will listen for You.

Like Adam I will hear the voice of God call my name, beckoning me to come out of hiding;

Out of my shame, fear, and regret.

Like Moses. I will trust I have encountered the One who will be whatever He chooses to be.

Like David, God will answer me and show Himself to be my refuge and strong tower.

Like Elijah, I will train my ears to hear the voice of silence.

Like Job, God will show up for me and answer me.

Like Habakkuk, a dialogue with the Almighty will restore my hope for what was once dead.

I will listen for the voice of God, the voice of the Good Shepherd to lead me on the right path.