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Sunday, June 7, 2020

JUNE 7 – LISTEN CAREFULLY


So – (because the Lord Jesus chose to give us life through Himself) – my beloved people, let everyone be swift to hear… (James 1:19)

                   Here begins instruction that is critical to any person who is to lead others. It is a message with two strong points rolled up together in, “be swift to hear,” In other words, “Listen to others.” But, the advice doesn’t end there. Every conversation with another person should include the Holy Spirit. So, do you always listen intently – to both the person before you, and to God’s Spirit to help you have understanding?

                   Many people put themselves in God’s place, making judgments on their own, as they listen to their people. With best intentions, they may be thinking how they will respond to what they hear. In the Lord’s kingdom, you do not have to expend that energy. Rather, the work is to listen carefully, praying even as you are listening for the Spirit to give you the understanding you need. God will give you the thing to do or the words to say when He wants you to speak.

                   Listen today to each person with whom you engage, and as you do, listen for what God will tell you. You may not be asked to respond, but obey always when you are.

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