Hearing the voice of God

I was just pondering hearing God's voice.  I am in a season of pressing in to hear His voice more clearly.  I am also currently reading Rees Howells Intercessor.  This man is an example of one who emptied himself so utterly.  In doing so, he made room for the Spirit of God to dwell in him and work through him in amazing ways.  Once when a young Christian asked him how he knew God's voice, he said "Can't you tell your mother's voice from any other?...well I know His voice just like that."  Jn 10:4 says as a shepherd, he walks before them and the sheep follow Him because they know His voice.  Mt 5:6 "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied"!  More "food" for thought:  Isa 55:1, Isa 55:2, Jn 4:14

Father,  thank you for a desire to hear your voice.  Thank you for giving me hunger for more of you!  Help me to only take on what You want me to take on so there is room for being still before You.  Help me to talk less and listen more when I'm with You.  From the place of intimacy, give me the words that sustain the weary one (Isa 50:4).  You are so good and I am so grateful for your grace and mercy in my life.  In Jesus' name.