Learning to Listen: Trusting God’s Voice in Times of Change

For a long time, I used to wonder what it meant when people said they “heard” God speaking to them. It was something I always found a bit elusive—something for other people, but not me. I had faith, I prayed, I did all the things I was “supposed” to do, but hearing God? That felt like a next-level connection that I just didn’t have.

But lately, something has shifted. I’ve been going through a period of change in my life that’s been stretching me in ways I didn’t expect. It’s brought up a lot of questions, uncertainty, and moments where I’ve felt completely out of control. And in the midst of all this, God has been showing up and speaking to me loudly—and I’m finally hearing Him. The difference? I’ve been intentionally listening.

I think that’s been the key. For so long, I thought that hearing God was something magical that just happened. I didn’t realize that maybe I wasn’t hearing Him because I wasn’t making space to listen. Lately, I’ve been more intentional about quieting the noise in my life and opening myself up to His voice. And He has not been silent.

This morning was one of those moments. I woke up feeling a bit overwhelmed. This season of change has me feeling like I’m standing at the edge of something big, but I’m not sure what it is yet. The unknowns have been heavy, and I’ve found myself craving guidance, reassurance—anything to remind me that I’m not walking this path alone. And just when I needed it, my devotional led me straight to Romans 8:28: “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose” (ESV).

Talk about a word I needed to hear.

Romans 8:28 has always been a favorite verse of mine, but today, it hit me differently. I needed that reminder that even when life feels messy, unpredictable, and uncertain, God is in everything. He’s working in the things I can’t see, aligning situations and people for my good—even when I feel like nothing is going according to plan. This verse reminded me that I don’t need to have all the answers, because God already does.

This season of change I’m going through? It’s uncomfortable, yes. It’s filled with questions I don’t have answers to, and moments where I feel completely out of my depth. But I’m learning that in those moments, when I stop trying to control everything and lean into God’s plan, I can find peace. I don’t have to know every step ahead, because I know the One who is guiding me. And that’s enough.

God has been speaking to me, and for the first time, I’m really listening. I’m holding onto Romans 8:28 and trusting that everything—yes, everything—is working together for good, even when I can’t see the full picture. This season of change is just one chapter in a much bigger story, and I’m learning to trust the Author.