Are you listening???

“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” James 1:19

Have you ever heard the question, “Are you listening to me?”
Have you ever asked someone, “Are you listening to me?”
Think about your life, is it filled with busyness and activity? We live in a culture awash in cell phones, social media, other addictive technologies, that sometimes we are just too busy to listen.

My daughter Sherry can tell you, I hear the words she is saying, I smile, I nod my head, but I must confess, often times I don’t truly listen to what she is saying.

Can this be true with your relationship with God? Is God saying, “Are you listening to me?” God is speaking to you, but what is he saying? God wants to say something to you today, but are you listening? What is God trying to teach you about Him? About your relationship with others?

Thought For Today: Take time today to heed the words of Proverbs 1:5 “Let the wise listen and add to their learning.” What is God saying to you? Are you quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry? Would those around you say that you are a good listener? Ask them.

Today’s Prayer Focus: Remember, God is listening to you. What is on your heart? What are your joys, your worries, your fears? “Cast all your cares upon him because He cares for you” I Peter 5:7 Deo Volente.