“And the ears of all the people were attentive to the Book of the Law”
Joshua 8:34
And afterward he read all the words of the law, the blessing and the curse, according to all that is written in the Book of the Law. There was not a word of all that Moses commanded that Joshua did not read before all the assembly of Israel, and the women, and the little ones, and the sojourners who lived among them
Deuteronomy 28:58
“If you are not careful to do all the words of this law that are written in this book, that you may fear this glorious and awesome name, the Lord your God, then the Lord will bring on you and your offspring extraordinary afflictions, afflictions severe and lasting, and sicknesses grievous and lasting
Deuteronomy 31:12
Assemble the people, men, women, and little ones, and the sojourner within your towns, that they may hear and learn to fear the Lord your God, and be careful to do all the words of this law, and that their children, who have not known it, may hear and learn to fear the Lord your God, as long as you live in the land that you are going over the Jordan to possess
Nehemiah 8:3
And the ears of all the people were attentive to the Book of the Law
Being attentive is a choice. Sometimes we make this choice more because we are going through a trial or hardship in our life or the life of family or friend. Just take a moment and look back at when you were very attentive to God and wanting/needing to hear His voice, know His presence, feel His peace and forgiveness. Did He ever let you down – no He did not – His promise that He would never leave us or forsake us stands true and firm. This leads me to the question I often ask myself – Am I being attentive? Am I seeking God with my whole heart, mind, and soul? Am I being a good servant of what He has blessed me with? Am I seeking to be used by Him? Am I allowing His Holy Spirit to fill and lead me? If I am to be truthful there are days I would say absolutely and other days not at all. I do know that those days when I am seeking more of myself than God, God uses other bother and sisters to encourage me through some word or action. Be an encourager to those around you – stay close to God – serve Him – honor and glorify Him – always be ready to be used by Him – Listen for His leading – and OBEY.