Lent and Listening:
Are We Truly Hearing God’s Voice?
Thursday of the Third Week of Lent: A Call to Listen
On this Thursday of the Third Week of Lent, the Scriptures challenge us to reflect on how we respond to God’s voice. Both readings—Jeremiah 7:23–28 and Luke 11:14–23—reveal the danger of spiritual deafness and the urgent need for discernment and faith.
The Rejection of God’s Word in Jeremiah
In Jeremiah 7, the Lord speaks plainly:
“Listen to my voice; then I will be your God and you shall be my people.”
But the people “walked in the hardness of their evil hearts.” God’s messengers were sent again and again, only to be ignored. The result? A nation that no longer listens, no longer responds, and no longer speaks the truth.
This warning remains relevant. Have we silenced God’s voice in our lives? Has faithfulness vanished from our speech and actions?
The Power and Division in Luke’s Gospel
In Luke 11, Jesus casts out a demon, but instead of awe and belief, some accuse Him of working with Beelzebul. Jesus responds with powerful logic:
“Every kingdom divided against itself will be laid waste.”
He declares that if He casts out demons by the finger of God, then the Kingdom of God has arrived. Christ reveals a spiritual truth: there is no neutrality in the battle between good and evil.
“Whoever is not with me is against me.”
A Lenten Challenge to Examine Our Hearts
This Thursday, we’re invited to a deeper reflection:
Are we walking toward God—or away from Him?
Do we trust the signs of His presence, or do we demand more proof?
Have we become spiritually mute—unwilling to speak or live the truth?
Now is the time to return to the Lord with listening hearts and open spirits. Lent is not only about sacrifice—it’s about surrender.
Your Invitation Today
Let this Thursday of the Third Week of Lent be more than a reading. Let it be a response.
A response to listen.
A response to believe.
A response to stand with Christ.
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Did You Pray Today?
Daily prayer is a powerful way to strengthen your faith, find peace, and invite God’s presence into your life. Even a few moments of prayer can bring clarity, comfort, and spiritual renewal. Whether you are starting your day, taking a break, or preparing for sleep, these short yet meaningful prayers help you stay connected to God.
Take a moment now to pray:
The Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Our Father (The Lord’s Prayer)
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name;
thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
The Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
A Daily Habit of Prayer: These prayers take less than a minute, yet they bring us closer to God each day. Keep prayer at the center of your life and experience His love and guidance.
Walking in Faith, Growing in Grace
Every day is an opportunity to draw closer to God. In prayer, in scripture, and in the moments of stillness, He speaks to our hearts. Faith is not just about knowing—it’s about living, trusting, and walking in His light.
Through life’s joys and challenges, we are called to remain steadfast, to seek Him in all things, and to reflect His love in our words and actions. Even the smallest acts of faith— a whispered prayer, a kind word, a moment of gratitude— bring us deeper into His presence.
May this space be a source of encouragement, reflection, and renewal for you. Wherever you are on your journey, know that God is with you. Keep the faith, stay rooted in prayer, and continue seeking His truth.