There are moments in life when we recognize what is right but we do not always do what we should in response. We like to call it our sin nature. In Isaiah 42, it spoke of those who understood what was right but they did nothing. The people heard what they were to do, but … Continue reading Recognize and Refuse
Tag: listening
Bends Down
There was a time when it was very easy for me to bend down. After years of working in nursing and as the Rheumatoid Arthritis has become burdensome, my knees and back are not fond of the process of bending over. But still we bend over. We bend over when we need to pick up … Continue reading Bends Down
With Ears Open
People like to talk. I know I talk a lot, sometimes more than I should. Solomon advised that when we “enter the house of God” we are to do two things. We are to keep our ears open and we are to keep our mouth shut. If we are not entering the house of God … Continue reading With Ears Open
A Gentle Answer
I have seen people get so angry. They are ready to explode. You can see the look in their face. They are mad. They are ready to fume from their ears. Then something changes. They are face to face with someone who doesn’t yell back. The person doesn’t respond harshly. Instead there is a gentle … Continue reading A Gentle Answer
Spouting Off
Whenever there is a trial, the courtroom hears both sides of the case before the judge or jury makes the decision. The facts are presented and looked at closely. Even so, there are many people who listen to some pieces of the case and immediately say their piece. They spout off before even hearing everything. … Continue reading Spouting Off
Constant Disobedience
As a parent it can be very frustrating to constantly be repeating the same thing over and over again. There may be a rule that you have for your child’s benefit and you find yourself having to repeat it because it is not followed. It can be very nerve-wracking when you sound like a broken … Continue reading Constant Disobedience
Sheep Listen
“My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” – John 10:27 [NIV] As I was taking my morning walk, I noticed what appeared to be a mother and son exit their home. The mother quickly went to the SUV, entered, and started the vehicle. All this happened while her son … Continue reading Sheep Listen
