I King 19:11-13 (paraphrased) He did not hear the
Lord in the wind, the earthquake or the fire. But
then Elijah heard the Lord in a gentle whisper.
Not long ago,I was driving in heavy traffic on 285, the perimeter road in
Atlanta. Cars were moving at a fast rate of speed on all six lanes. I was in the
far left lane when I realized my exit was just one away, and I needed to cross
over many lanes to exit the freeway. My daughter was in the back seat and I
asked her to look out the back window, telling me when I could move over, lane
by lane. She gave me specific directions…”O.K.,mom ,or, after this red car, or,
not now !”I listened to her with complete confidence that she knew what she was
talking about and I never turned my own head to make sure she was correct. I
followed her directions and made it to the exit lane with plenty of time to
spare.
Oh that I would listen to God that way. He does tell me how to maneuver from one
lane of life to another, and He is always ready, willing and able to give me
those directions. I need to listen to Him and follow those directions, not
turning my head and using my own eyes to plot my course. If I do this, I will
make it safely to my destination.
What about you? Are you a good listener? God can speak to us in many way...
let's all open our spiritual ears and be more attuned to what He tells us. OK?
OK !
Marion Smith noles65@aol.com
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