I used to be a big music enthusiast, but all I've wanted to do is read the bible and understand God better recently.
Is it possible that all the music I've listened to over the years is actually the devil's instrument, to get it stuck in my head and not actually be able to quiet my mind and distract from God?
Most importantly, How do you guys get your mind to quiet, so that you can listen for the Lord's voice, if he chooses to speak? I try to meditate, but I'm struggling with this
Simply Yes but music has its place in worship of God. I personally have shifted to primarily classical/instrumental when I need it, to limit the lyrical aspect, because even "Christian" music can be misleading and false.
as u/Framus said try the audio Bible, app stores have one or stream through a website. I have noticed/heard things by listening that I have not when just reading.
Life gets in the way sometimes so I get it being hard to get a quiet mind. Patience is hard and being patient in quiet is harder.