Do You “Hear” the Lord

The Definition of “hear”: 1.) To perceive by the ear. 2.) Hence, to gain knowledge or appreciation of by hearing, as the news. 3.) To listen to; to heed. 4.) to accede to the demand or wishes of.

The Word of God (NIV) uses the word “hear” 358 times. To hear God is vitally important! The scripture quoted at the beginning of this writing is from Deuteronomy 6:4, and it is considered the most important prayer in Judaism.

It is SHEMA YISRAEL (HEAR, ISRAEL) and its twice daily recitations are a MITZVAH (RELIGIOUS COMMANDMENT). It is a beautiful example of how the Jewish people were to remind themselves and others of God, His power, and how we are to love and speak of Him.

“HEAR O ISRAEL, THE LORD OUR GOD, THE LORD IS ONE. AND YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND WITH ALL YOUR MIGHT…”