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The past weeks I have spent time reflecting on the God’s call to Samuel (1 Samuel 3.1 – 4.1). I have become more and more impressed with the richness of this portion of Scripture and the direction and encouragement it … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Listening
In every extended discussion of spiritual practices “silence” always becomes a focus of attention at some point. Many times the importance of silence is questioned, especially as it is “heard” as a withdrawal from the world, the community and our call to be … Continue reading
Allow me to share two quotes today. First from John Cage, “My favorite piece of music is the one we hear all the time, if we are quiet.” When you find yourself quiet today, pay attention. What music is there? … Continue reading
The other day I came across this from Madeleine L’Engle, “To pray is to listen, to move through my own chattering to God, to that place where I can be silent and listen to what God may have to say.” Sometimes we … Continue reading
Last week I came across these words from Dietrich Bonhoeffer that I saved several years ago, “The first service one owes to others in the community involves listening to them. Many people seek a sympathetic ear and do not find … Continue reading
Recently I came across these words from Henri J. M. Nouwen, “When I reflect on my own life, I realize that the moments of greatest comfort and consolation were moments when someone said, ‘I cannot take your pain away, I … Continue reading