If my people would but listen to me, if Israel would follow my ways, how quickly would I subdue their enemies and turn my hand against their foes!
Psalm 81:13-14
We have two ears and one mouth. How often do the two ears do more work than that one mouth. In relationships, often we feel compelled to add something, to talk, to contribute. This seems to occur even if we are not certain about the topics and events being discussed.
To understand people, events, or relationships, we need to learn about them and be taught. A large part of learning and understanding comes to us through language, by listening. Understanding is a process that can evolve from data, to knowledge, to wisdom.
Understanding God's faithfulness, His love, and other attributes is gained when the Spirit acts on us through the Word and Sacraments. God does through the Spirit direct our steps. It is through that still small voice.
Are you listening?
How do you listen for and look for God's direction?
Pray for eyes to be wide open to the Lord's guidance.
In Christ,
David P
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