There are seasons when God feels loud — when answers come quickly, doors open clearly, and everything feels aligned.
And then there are seasons when He feels quiet.
No big signs.
No clear next step.
No overwhelming sense of direction.
Just silence.
If you’re in one of those seasons, let me gently remind you of something important:
God’s silence is not His absence.
We’re Uncomfortable With Quiet
We live in a world that teaches us to fill every gap.
Noise in the car.
Scrolling in waiting rooms.
Podcasts while we clean.
Music while we think.
Silence feels awkward. Unproductive. Even scary.
So when God is quiet, our instinct is often to rush — to make a decision, create a plan, or fill the space with our own voice instead of waiting for His.
But Scripture shows us again and again that God often speaks after we stop striving.
God Often Speaks Softly
God wasn’t in the wind.
He wasn’t in the earthquake.
He wasn’t in the fire.
He came in a gentle whisper.
And whispers require stillness to hear.
Sometimes God grows quiet not because He has nothing to say — but because He’s inviting us to slow down enough to listen.
Waiting Is Not Wasted Time
Waiting feels like delay to us, but it’s often preparation in God’s hands.
While we wait:
- our hearts soften
- our motives become clearer
- our trust deepens
Waiting exposes whether we want answers or whether we want God Himself.
And that’s holy work.
What to Do When God Feels Quiet
If you’re in a quiet season, here are a few gentle shifts to try:
- Stop demanding clarity and start practicing obedience in small things
- Open Scripture without an agenda — read to be with God, not to get something
- Ask better questions, like “What are You teaching me?” instead of “What should I do next?”
- Stay faithful where you are, even if the future feels unclear
God often reveals the next step after we’re faithful with the current one.
Quiet Seasons Build Deep Roots
Some of the strongest faith is formed in seasons no one sees.
No announcements.
No breakthroughs.
No applause.
Just quiet trust.
If God feels silent right now, don’t assume something is wrong. This might be the very season where your faith is growing deeper than it ever has before.
And when He speaks — because He will — you’ll recognize His voice more clearly than ever.
With love and grace,
Kayla
Rough & Revived 🤍
