February 25th, 2026

Opening Prayer: Lord, may I walk this day confident that I am fully seen, deeply heard, and endlessly loved by God—and may that assurance overflow into the way I listen to others. Amen

Read James 1:19 NIV “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry….”

God’s word doesn’t say, “Be quick to speak and slow to hear.” he reverses our instincts. Listening requires humility because it puts another person’s voice ahead of our own. 

For women who have felt overlooked, this command can feel hard. Why should I listen when I haven’t been heard? But Scripture gently reminds us: we don’t listen because others deserve it – we listen because we imitate God. God is and always will be the best listener. And yet, He calls us to draw closer and closer to His image and His ways. 

Listening is strength, not silence. Listening is active, intentional love. 

Truth: Listening is not losing your voice – it is using it wisely.

Prayer: Holy Spirit, train my heart to listen before I speak.