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He Hears Us Bible in a Year: Job 5–7 Acts 8:1–25 Then you will call and come and pray , and I will listen you. Jeremiah 29: Today's Scripture & Insight: Jeremiah 29:10– United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt often endured long receiving lines at the White House. As the story is told, he complained that no one paid attention to what was said. So, he decided to experiment at a reception. To everyone who passed down the line and shook his hand, he said, “I murdered my grandmother this morning.” The guests responded with phrases like, “Marvelous! Keep the good work. God bless you, Sir.” It wasn’t until the end of the line, greeting the ambassador from Bolivia, that his words were actually heard. Nonplussed, the ambassador whispered, “I’m sure she had it coming.” Do you ever wonder if people are really listening? Or worse, do you fear that God isn’t listening? We can tell if people are listening based on their responses or eye contact. But how do we know if God is listening? Should we rely on feelings? Or see if God answers our prayers? After seventy years of exile in Babylon, God promised bring His people back Jerusalem and secure their future (Jeremiah 29:10–11). When they called upon Him, He heard them (v. . They knew that God heard their prayers because He promised listen. And the same is true for us (1 John 5. We don’t need rely feelings or wait for a sign know that God listens us. He’s promised listen, and He always keeps His promises (2 Corinthians 1:20). Reflect & Pray When have you felt that God wasn’t listening? Why did you feel that way? Dear God, thank You for hearing my prayers, though I may sometimes doubt it. Help me trust Your promise that You listen . 
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If I've ever felt that God wasn't listening, I don't remember it. If anything, I am more aware that He IS listening, even when I'm not talking to Him. I laughed at the president's remarks. I've said something outlandish when I thought someone wasn't really listening to our conversation. Usually, there is a nod, then a pause and then, "What?" Be a prism, spreading God's light and love, not a mirror reflecting the world's hatred.
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