How to Hear from God in Your Quiet Time

I still remember the first time I tried to have a “quiet time.” I had just heard my pastor say, “God still speaks to His children today.” I was excited—and honestly, a little scared. What if I didn’t hear anything? What if He spoke, and I missed it?

So, the next morning, I woke up early, made myself a cup of tea, and sat on my bed with my Bible open to Psalms. I whispered a nervous prayer, “Lord, please speak to me.”

Then, I waited. Five minutes passed. Ten minutes. Nothing.

My mind drifted to the things I needed to do that day—work emails, laundry, a friend’s birthday. I sighed, feeling a little disappointed. Maybe hearing from God was for pastors and prophets, not ordinary people like me.

But then something happened. As I turned the page, my eyes caught Psalm 46:10 — “Be still, and know that I am God.”

It wasn’t an audible voice. It was quiet, but it hit my heart differently—like a whisper that went straight to my soul. And in that moment, I realized something: hearing from God isn’t about noise—it’s about stillness.

1. God Speaks When You Slow Down

The world is loud. Notifications, conversations, responsibilities—everything demands our attention. But God doesn’t shout over the noise. He waits for us to slow down.

When I learned to turn off my phone, breathe, and sit in silence for even five minutes, I began to notice His nudges—a verse that stood out, a thought that brought peace, or a memory that reminded me of His faithfulness.

2. God Speaks Through His Word

I used to think I’d hear a booming voice from heaven—but most of the time, God speaks through Scripture. Every time you open your Bible, you open a doorway for God to talk to you.

That morning, Psalm 46:10 became more than a verse—it became a message. It was as if God was saying, “Stop striving. I’ve got you.”

Since then, I’ve learned that the more I read, the more I recognize His tone. His words always bring peace, not confusion. Conviction, not condemnation.

3. God Speaks Through Peace

A few months later, I was struggling with a big decision—whether to move to a new city for a job. I prayed, fasted, and journaled, but there was no clear “Yes” or “No.” Then, one morning, during quiet time, I felt an unusual calm when I imagined staying where I was. That peace stayed with me the whole day.

And I’ve learned—that’s often how God confirms His direction. His voice is peace, not panic.

4. God Speaks When You Make It a Habit

Hearing from God isn’t a one-time event—it’s a relationship. The more time you spend with someone, the better you recognize their voice.

At first, quiet time might feel… well, quiet. But over time, those moments become sacred—a place where your heart and God’s heart meet.

Now, when I sit with my tea and Bible, I don’t pressure myself to hear something specific. I simply enjoy being in His presence. Sometimes He speaks through a verse, sometimes through a thought, and sometimes through silence. But every time, He speaks to my heart.

Finally

A quiet time involves removing oneself from busyness to pray, read Scripture, and listen to God. My experience includes personal reflection, Bible reading, and stillness.

If you’ve ever wondered whether God still speaks—He does. The question is not if He’s speaking, but are we still enough to listen?

Start small. Five quiet minutes. One honest prayer. One open Bible. And you’ll discover what I did—that God’s voice isn’t found in the thunder or the fire… but in the still, small whisper that says, “I am with you.”

These are practical steps to deepen your relationship with God and recognize His gentle whispers in everyday life.