Vital Step to a Radiant Faith-Quick to Listen
JOHN SHIRK – In the Year to Shine, today’s Vital Step to a Radiant Faith is to be quick to listen.
Taking time to listen often reflects an open heart to the speaker.
James 1:19 is an important verse for followers of Jesus. “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.”
The writer of Ecclesiastes says there is a time to be silent and a time to speak. Good listening builds trust and open communication.
When someone is confiding in us, we can respond with a caring heart by offering a listening ear. It is a significant way of giving someone our attention and showing our concern. By listening, we can better understand a situation. By asking questions and giving opportunity for a response, we can experience the joy of learning from each other.
God listens to our prayers. That is one way He demonstrates His love for us.
Being quick to listen is a Vital Step to a Radiant Faith that makes a difference in our world.
John Shirk
john@wjtl.com