June 4 - When God Speaks

JUNE 4 - When God Speaks3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 17:6–7; Psalm 64; 1 Samuel 3–4//3-Year Bible Devotional Book (Year Two) Available on Amazon//________________________________________“Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their fathers. Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a prince.” — Proverbs 17:6–7 (ESV)“But God shoots his arrow at them; they are wounded suddenly. They are brought to ruin, with their own tongues turned against them.” — Psalm 64:7–8 (ESV)“And the Lord came and stood, calling as at other times, ‘Samuel! Samuel!’ And Samuel said, ‘Speak, for your servant hears.’” — 1 Samuel 3:10 (ESV)________________________________________Have you ever been in a noisy room where it was hard to hear someone calling your name? Life can feel like that sometimes—full of noise, distractions, and voices competing for our attention. In 1 Samuel 3, young Samuel heard God calling him in the middle of the night. At first, he didn’t even realize it was God! Meanwhile, Proverbs 17 reminds us that wise and truthful words are precious, while foolish or deceitful speech brings trouble. Psalm 64 shows us how God responds to those who use their words for harm—He sees and He acts.Sometimes we want God to speak, but our lives are so loud we can’t hear Him. Other times, we hear Him clearly but hesitate to respond. Samuel shows us the right attitude: “Speak, for your servant hears.” When God speaks—through His Word, in prayer, or through people He places in our lives—He wants us to listen and obey.________________________________________THINK ABOUT IT1. God Is Speaking: How can you make space in your life to hear God’s voice, like Samuel did in 1 Samuel 3:10?2. Words Matter: Proverbs 17:7 warns against false or foolish speech. How can your words today reflect wisdom and truth instead of gossip or negativity?3. God Sees Injustice: Psalm 64 shows God’s response to harmful words and actions. How does knowing this help you trust Him when people speak against you or others unfairly?________________________________________BOTTOM LINEGod is always speaking—make space to hear Him, respond with obedience, and let your words honor Him.________________________________________PRAYERHeavenly Father, thank You for speaking through Your Word and guiding my life. Help me to be still and listen when You call, to use my words wisely, and to trust You in every situation. Teach me to respond like Samuel, ready to obey Your voice. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.