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Are You Listening?
Brother Neff’s Collections – April 3, 2015
October 3, 2026
1 Samuel 3:10 And the LORD came, and stood, and called as at other times, Samuel, Samuel. Then Samuel answered, Speak; for thy servant heareth.
We can all learn something from the child Samuel. All of us should endeavor to become avid listeners. Are we really listening? Have you ever been in a conversation with someone and found yourself not listening, or had someone repeatedly calling your name or trying to get your attention when you were not attentive?
Samuel gives us an example of a serious listener. When he did not understand where his call was originating from, he was willing to listen to Eli’s instruction. In doing so, he heard God’s call. How important it is that we are able to listen to those God provides to help us know God and grow in His grace.
We cannot afford to be casual about this important matter of listening. We must discipline ourselves to pay close attention to those who are speaking. This would include our friends, family, and teachers. We should especially listen to those who bring us the Word of God; for in hearing them, we are also listening for God to speak to us. God wants to give us direction and instruction.
“Speak; for thy servant heareth.”
Reflection—When the Scriptures speak, God is speaking.
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