1 Samuel 3:1–21
In the quiet of the night, Samuel heard a voice calling his name. At first, he thought it was Eli. Only after patient guidance did Samuel realize it was the voice of God. His simple response, “Here I am,” opened the door to a lifelong calling.
Samuel’s story reminds us that God’s call often comes quietly, in ordinary moments, and that the most powerful response isn’t complicated. It’s simply a willingness to be present. “Here I am” is not a declaration of perfection or certainty. It’s a prayer of openness: I am listening, God. I am ready to follow.
This week’s practice invites us to take up Samuel’s prayer as our own.
- Begin Each Morning – When you wake up, before checking your phone or rushing into the day, pause and pray: “Here I am, Lord. Speak, for your servant is listening.”
- Carry It With You – Throughout the day, whenever you face a decision, interruption, or opportunity, silently repeat: “Here I am.” Let it center you in openness.
- Evening Reflection – At the end of the day, ask: Where did I sense God’s call today? How did I respond? Journal a short note or simply hold it in prayer.
Take this prayer with you into the week
God who calls, teach us to listen in the quiet and to recognize your voice in the everyday. Give us hearts ready to answer, “Here I am.” And let our simple yes become the beginning of your work in us. Amen.
