SCRIPTURE: Revelation (NIV) 2:7 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. (Note verses 11, 17, and 29)
OBSERVATION: In the first chapter of the first book in the Bible, we see that God speaks. It is one of the first things we learn about God as we search the scriptures. Continuing on in the Old Testament we can read pages and pages of God speaking. John introduces Jesus as the Word. God is a talker. Surely He created us with two ears so we could be sure to hear what He had to say.
And, as we come to the last book in the Bible, we see that God is still speaking. He is not speaking into the wind but speaks to His people. He wants them to hear and understand.
APPLICATION: God has spoken in many ways, but most clearly through His Son, Jesus. (Hebrews 1:1-2) And, after the resurrection and Jesus’ return into the heavens, God continued to speak. He spoke through the written gospels and letters sent to the churches.
God speaking is the main emphasis in the passage above, but just as important is the part about us hearing. We only get the benefit of God speaking if, and when, we listen. We must focus our attention and listen to what God is speaking to us. The presence of the Holy Spirit in our heart will draw our attention to where God is saying something for our benefit. We must not let the world distract us from what God is saying.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, surely the most important use for our two ears, is to listen to what you are saying. Thank you for the Holy Spirit who helps focus my attention on what you are saying to me. May I be so grateful that the God of the universe speaks to me that I am careful to listen and quick to obey. Amen
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