"Let me hear in the morning of Your steadfast love, for in You I trust. Make me know the way I should go, for to You I lift up my soul." – Psalm 143:8 (ESV)
In this brief yet profound verse, the psalmist offers two heartfelt requests: “Let me hear” and “Make me know.” These are not commands, but humble prayers from a soul yearning for God’s voice and direction in the quiet stillness of the morning.
Sometimes, the uncertainty we feel in our spiritual journey isn't because God has stopped speaking, but because we struggle to truly hear Him—or to hear Him clearly. Like the game of “telephone,” where a message can be distorted as it passes from one person to the next, our understanding of God’s word can get muddled. External noise and distractions often cloud our ability to listen, while at other times, the message is intentionally twisted by others.
In our faith, misinterpretation can also creep in. Some might unintentionally misunderstand the gospel, while others may intentionally alter it to fit their own agenda. The result? Confusion, misdirection, and spiritual dryness.
But David’s prayer brings us back to the essence of discipleship: a desire to hear God’s unfailing love anew each day and to be guided along the right path. It’s a posture of surrender. “I trust You… I lift up my soul,” he declares—not relying on his own wisdom, but seeking divine clarity for every step.
Imagine how our days might unfold if we began each morning with a prayer like David’s. What if our first priority wasn’t action, but listening—to hear God’s love steady our hearts and His voice direct our path?
Heavenly Father,
In the stillness of the morning, I long to hear Your voice. Remind me of Your unfailing love and grace, fresh for today. Teach me the way I should go, for I trust You and lift my soul to You. Protect me from mishearing or straying from Your truth.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
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