DAY03 Listening to God
Today’s Bible Reading
Genesis 3:8-19
The Lord God called . . . “Where are you?” Genesis 3:9
My young son loves to hear my voice, except when I call his name loudly and sternly, followed by the question, “Where are you?” When I do that, I am usually calling for him because he has been into some mischief and is trying to hide from me. I want my son to listen to my voice because I’m concerned about his well-being and d o not want him to get hurt.
Adam and Eve were used to hearing God’s voice in the garden. However, after they disobeyed Him by eating the forbidden fruit, they hid from Him when they heard Him calling, “Where are you?” (Genesis 3:9). They didn’t want to face God because they knew they had done something wrong— something He had told them not to do (v. 11).
When God called for Adam and Eve and found them in the garden, His words did include correction and consequence (vv. 13–19). But God also showed them kindness and gave them hope for mankind in the promise of the Savior (v. 15).
God doesn’t have to look for us. He knows where we are and what we are trying to hide. But as a loving Father, He wants to speak to our hearts and bring us forgiveness and restoration. He longs for us to hear His voice—and to listen.
By Keila OchoaQuestions:
1. Did God know where Adam was? Why did He ask Adam, “Where are you” (Genesis 3:9)?
2. Can you list out one point of judgment and one point of grace in God’s words to Adam, Eve, and the snake (Genesis 3:14-19)?
3. Are you trying to hide from God like Adam did after disobeying Him? Perhaps you are not hiding your whole self, but are there parts of your heart or your life that you feel are dirty, wrong, and you are ashamed and want to exclude God from them? Write them down below.
Prayer:
Thank You, Lord, for Your love and care. Thank You for sending Your Son, our Savior, to fulfill Your promise of forgiveness and restoration.
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