Half an hour of listening is essential except when one is very busy. Then, a full hour is needed.
From Isaiah 41:1: “Listen to me in silence, O coastlands; let the peoples renew their strength; let them approach, then let them speak; let us together draw near for judgment.”
From 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
Big Sky Buckeye 
Great wisdom! The more busy, the more meditation on God’s word I need!
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Amen! Karla, your words ring true.
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Thank you, Richard!
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wonderful quote – reminds us of the need to slow down and take things in and reflect upon them…
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I agree Jim. When the pace of life overtakes us, we find our time for self-reflection pushed aside.
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it’s a matter of finding balance…
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Wow good shows how important listening is
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Listening is one of life’s most overlooked and underappreciated skills.
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Agreed!
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Ah yes, such a good quote! Listening – taking time to pray in conversation with our Maker – so essential! Especially when we are too busy and stress is building up!
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Jan, thanks for sharing. In my more mature years, God’s acquired a better student for listening.
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