Jesus, Speak to My Heart

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Evangelist/Pastor Ojo Olalekan Francis is a Christian author whose writing encourages readers to turn their hearts toward Jesus, develop a life of prayer, grow in the knowledge of Scripture, and walk faithfully in the purposes of God.

This devotional was prepared as an encouragement for personal reflection and prayer.

A Prayer Before You Begin Lord Jesus, quiet the noise around me and within me. Give me a listening heart. Help me receive Your truth with humility, examine my life honestly, and respond with faith. Where I am afraid, give me courage. Where I am weary, renew me. Where I have wandered, guide me back. Let Your Word shape my thoughts, my choices, my relationships, and my service. Teach me to recognize what is consistent with Your character and Scripture. May this journey draw me nearer to You and make my life a blessing to others. Amen.

How to Use This Devotional Each devotional section is designed to create space for reflection rather than hurry. Read slowly. Look up the Scripture reference. Sit quietly for a few moments. Ask what the passage reveals about God, what it reveals about your heart, and what faithful response may be appropriate today. You may read one page each day, revisit a theme during a difficult season, or use the prayers as starting points for your own conversation with God. The goal is not simply to finish the pages. The goal is to become more attentive to Jesus and more willing to live what you are learning.

Listening Prayer Jesus, speak to my heart—not merely to my circumstances. Teach me to listen through Scripture, prayer, wise counsel, conviction, and the fruit of a life that reflects Your character. Protect me from confusing every strong feeling with Your voice. Give me patience to test what I hear against Your Word. Give me courage to obey when the next step is clear. Give me grace when I need to wait. Today I choose attentiveness over hurry, faith over panic, and obedience over convenience. Amen.

A Simple Reflection Pattern READ: Notice the Scripture reference and read the passage in your Bible. REFLECT: Ask what truth deserves your attention today. RESPOND: Identify one attitude, action, conversation, or decision that should change. PRAY: Speak honestly to Jesus about what you have discovered. REST: Leave room for silence. You do not need to force an answer.

Before the Journey A listening heart is not a perfect heart. It is a heart that remains teachable. Throughout these pages, some themes may comfort you while others may challenge you. Receive encouragement with gratitude and correction with humility. Return to Scripture whenever a thought in these pages needs deeper examination. May this devotional become a companion for prayer, reflection, and renewed faith. May every page point beyond itself to Jesus Christ, the One at the center of Christian hope.

JESUS, SPEAK TO MY HEART01 · When Your Heart Is Listening 13 When Your Heart Is Listening Scripture focus: Psalm 46:10 Stillness creates room for attention. In a noisy world, listening is an act of love. When you become quiet before Jesus, you are not trying to control Him or manufacture a dramatic experience. You are making room to notice what Scripture has already been saying and to examine the direction of your life with honesty. Pause: What is this theme revealing about your heart today? Prayer Jesus, help me receive this truth with humility. Let it shape my thoughts, motives, and choices. Give me grace to respond faithfully rather than merely agree with what I have read. Amen.

JESUS, SPEAK TO MY HEART01 · When Your Heart Is Listening 14 When Your Heart Is Listening: Reflection Scripture focus: Psalm 46:10 Stillness creates room for attention. In a noisy world, listening is an act of love. When you become quiet before Jesus, you are not trying to control Him or manufacture a dramatic experience. You are making room to notice what Scripture has already been saying and to examine the direction of your life with honesty. Ask Jesus to reveal where hurry, distraction, or fear has been making it difficult for you to pay attention. Write one sentence about what you sense you need to bring before Him today. The aim is not to produce a perfect response in one moment. Growth usually happens through repeated choices. Give yourself permission to be honest about where you are, while also refusing to make your current condition an excuse to remain unchanged. Reflection: What would a faithful response look like in your actual schedule, relationships, and responsibilities? Prayer Lord Jesus, show me one next step that is honest, wise, and faithful. Help me to practice what I am learning and to seek help when I need it. Amen.

JESUS, SPEAK TO MY HEART01 · When Your Heart Is Listening 15 When Your Heart Is Listening: Prayer & Practice Scripture focus: Psalm 46:10 Ask Jesus to reveal where hurry, distraction, or fear has been making it difficult for you to pay attention. Write one sentence about what you sense you need to bring before Him today. Take a few quiet minutes after reading. If helpful, write three lines: what I am thankful for; what I need to surrender; and what I will do next. Then return to the Scripture reference and read it slowly. Let the words challenge and comfort you without rushing to produce…