The voice of the Lord

Genesis  3:8 And they heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the LORD God amongst the trees of the garden.

This verses above was where Adam and Eve, after sinning against the Lord’s command, hear the voice of the Lord walking in the garden and hide themselves because they are afraid. 

This is not the first time they would be hearing the voice of God, but this time, it was different, not because there is a change in tone of the voice of God, but because there is a change in the nature of man. 

The nature of God has never changed since the begining, He is consistent in His relationship with man, only that, man often relinquish from the nature God has purposed for us. 

Despite  the changed nature of man, the intimacy of relationship God desired for us never change. The Lord, in His infinite love and mercy, sought communion with His creation, desiring to walk alongside them, to share in their joys and sorrows. In the same way, God longs to commune with each one of us, to journey with us through the gardens of our lives.

But notice Adam and Eve's response—they hid themselves from the presence of the Lord among the trees of the garden. How often do we, like them, attempt to hide from the voice of the Lord? In our busyness, our distractions, and our sinfulness, we may find ourselves avoiding the gentle call of our Creator.

Yet, even in our moments of disobedience and rebellion, the voice of the Lord continues to call on us. It is a voice of compassion, calling us to repentance and reconciliation. It is a voice of grace, offering forgiveness and restoration. It is a voice of love, inviting us into deeper communion with our Heavenly Father.

As we reflect on this, let us not be like Adam and Eve, hiding in shame and fear. Instead, let us open our hearts to His gentle whisper, His mighty roar, and His comforting presence. Let us heed His call and walk in obedience, knowing that His voice leads us to life abundant and eternal.

God bless you. 

Prayer key:

1. Lord thank you for the blessing of your word today in Jesus Christ name. 

2. Lord, forgive me for all my sins, restore your holy spirit in me in Jesus Christ name. 

3. Lord, unto everyone hiding in shame of sin and pride of the heart, send your voice of redemption to them in Jesus Christ name. 

4. Thank you Lord for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name. Amen.