From today’s Scripture: “If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.”—Alleluia verse

Out of bed, the first thing a lot of us do is check the cellphone. Did I get any messages in the night? What are my Facebook friends saying? Are there any headlines I should know about? Are we even listening for God’s voice? (On the other hand, you’ve found this reflection, so don’t pitch that cellphone!)

This psalm is prayed worldwide daily in the Liturgy of the Hours. The psalmist is recalling that God’s faithful people turn away from him; his plea is that they turn back.

Two tasks for today: 1. Hear God’s voice. Turn off some other voices for a moment. 2. Harden not your heart. Be open to the life around you!

Let us pray: God, give me a spirit of renewal! Help me to make time in my day to listen to you, then to respond in love.

Today’s author is John Feister, a widely published writer in Catholic media and former Communications Director for Glenmary.

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