God’s Leading You in Plain Sight, But Are You Missing It?

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TODAY'S TEACHING

He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.
—Isaiah 40:11

When God speaks, He doesn't shout or demand we follow His path.

Instead, He gently leads us, much like a shepherd guiding his sheep to greener pastures.

I remember a time when I was caught between staying in a comfortable job or taking a chance on something new.

On the surface, it seemed like an easy choice, but I kept hearing a quiet, subtle voice urging me to wait.

At first, I dismissed it.

After all, the new job seemed perfect.

But deep down, I knew that God wasn’t shouting at me.

He was gently guiding me in plain sight to pause and really listen.

God wants us to be so in tune with His voice that even the faintest whisper makes us stop and say, "What are You telling me, Lord?"

I remember that feeling of unease when I thought about making the wrong decision.

Something didn’t feel right about the job, but I couldn’t put my finger on it, until I listened to that whisper.

Proverbs 3:6 says, “In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.”

Acknowledging God isn’t just about asking Him to guide us in big moments.

It’s about letting His voice guide every step we take, no matter how small.

When I finally stopped and asked God what He wanted, things became clearer.

I realized the job wasn’t for me, and my heart was at peace once I listened.

Sometimes those quiet nudges are God’s way of showing us the path we’re meant to take.

Acknowledging God in all things, even the small, seemingly insignificant decisions, has been a game-changer for me.

If we feel unsettled, that’s when we need to stop and seek His guidance.

I’ve learned that when I don’t have peace about something, it’s His way of pointing me in a different direction.

The more I’ve learned to trust that, the more I see how deeply He cares about the details of my life.

The most important thing is this that you must care more about what God thinks than anything else.

When you do, He’ll lead you to places of peace and fulfillment you never expected.

The more you let Him guide you, the more you realize how much His direction in plain sight truly changes everything.

If this resonates with you, here's a short prayer you can say today:

"Dear God, I know You’re not here to shout at me, but to gently lead me with Your loving whisper. Help me to tune my heart to Your voice, that even the slightest nudge of peace or unrest will guide my every step. I want to walk the path You’ve laid out for me, Lord, even when it’s not loud or obvious. Teach me to recognize Your gentle hand in every moment, so I never stray from Your perfect will. Amen."

God bless you!

Your brother in Christ,

Daniel

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DEVOTIONAL QUESTIONS

1. Are we truly listening for God’s quiet voice, or are we waiting for something louder and more obvious to guide us?

It’s easy to expect God’s guidance to come through in dramatic, show-stopping moments. But in reality, His voice often whispers gently in our hearts, like a quiet breeze, right in plain sight. If we only wait for the big signs, we might miss the subtle ways He’s trying to lead us. It’s about learning to hear His voice in the stillness of life, not just in the loudest moments.

2. How can Christians become more sensitive to the subtle ways God directs our steps throughout the day?

Becoming more attuned to God’s direction is like learning to tune an instrument. Over time, we get better at hearing those quiet notes. It takes slowing down and being aware of how we feel inside, whether we have peace or unease about something. The more we practice paying attention to those quiet nudges, the more we’ll start recognizing when God is guiding us.

3. When we feel unease or a lack of peace, do we stop and ask God for direction, or do we push through on our own?

When something feels off, it’s God’s way of saying, “Let’s pause here.” Instead of pushing ahead with our own plan, we should stop and ask God what He wants. Those moments of discomfort are a signal, a chance to realign ourselves with His will. Pushing through might seem easier, but taking the time to check in with God leads to peace and clarity.

4. In what areas of our Christian lives might we be ignoring God’s gentle direction, and how can we be more obedient to His guidance?

We all have those areas where we’ve grown comfortable doing things our own way. Maybe it’s a job, a relationship, or a habit we’ve overlooked. The truth is, God’s been gently nudging us in another direction, but we’ve missed it. Being more obedient means slowing down, asking God for clarity, and listening carefully for those quiet whispers.

5. How can we as Believers learn to acknowledge God in all our ways, big and small, to ensure He is directing our paths at all times?

Acknowledging God isn’t just for the big moments. It’s about inviting Him into every part of our lives, every single day. When we ask for His guidance in the small things, it becomes easier to recognize His direction when the big decisions come. It’s all about staying connected to Him in the little things, trusting that He’ll lead us exactly where we need to go.

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