Hello ,
"So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God." James 1:19-20
The picture that I put in this email looks funny, but I chose it because it pictures BOTH a mouth AND an ear.
Our verse today speaks of being slow to speak, and quick to hear. I've often wondered how different some situations might have been in my life, had I heeded the counsel of speaking when I should have been listening.
I have had moments (even recently), when I wish I had kept my mouth closed and my ears open.
God has the ability to help us get our listening and speaking priorities in the proper perspective.
May God lead us (today and every day), towards listening more, and speaking less.
Have a great day and God bless!
Pastor Mike / The Open Word
