If we want to hear him clearly we need to turn away from other things, find silence, clear our ears of all the noise, clear our minds of distractions, clear our hearts from sin. Thoughtful reading of Scripture often leads us a long way on the journey. Receiving the sacrament of forgiveness in confession will take away the sin which blinds our eyes. Holy Communion draws us closer to Christ who will show us what his Father wants. In the silence God is present, speaking to us sometimes at a level deeper than words.
Scripture takes on a new meaning.
It takes time to learn to listen, but time spent in the presence of one who loves us is always good time.