The Bible describes the silence of God as a period when His word is rare and hard to find, indicating a withdrawal of His guidance and communication.
In 1 Samuel 3:1, it is noted that during the time of Samuel, the word of the Lord was precious and there was no open vision, signifying God's silence. This can be terrifying for believers, as it implies a lack of prophetic guidance and spiritual nourishment. This silence indicates a time when God is not actively communicating, and such periods can lead to a spiritual famine where people search for divine truth yet cannot find it. Just as in the times of Amos, where a famine of hearing the words of the Lord was prophesied, current experiences of God's silence can awaken a deeper need for Him among His people.
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