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Friday, October
12, 2007
Dropped Calls
Mark 4:23-24 If
any man have ears to hear, let him hear. (24) And he said unto them, Take
heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you:
and unto you that hear shall more be given. (KJV)
How vital is our
hearing, not only getting the message, but knowing who it is coming from as
well? Like with a cell phone, a dropped call can change the message, not
getting the message through in its entirety, changing and distorting the
message being delivered.
I compare our
spiritual hearing with a radio, it takes a while to dial into the right
frequency, getting rid of the static and noises of other channels, in order
to get the station with the information you are listening for. Along the
way you will catch bits and pieces of other conversations, loud music, loud
talk radio, before you find the easy listening channel with the information
you are seeking.
James 3:17 But the
wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy
to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and
without hypocrisy. (KJV)
Knowing the voice
of the Lord, and dialing into His frequency will help you understand who
the message is coming from, and what the spiritual meaning of it is. So if
you get some loud, boisterous, finger pointing, condescending, voice coming
at you trying to remind you of the past, or anything else that is not
peaceable, change the channel.
1Kings 19:11-12 And
he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the LORD. And, behold,
the LORD passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and
brake in pieces the rocks before the LORD; but the LORD was not in the
wind: and after the wind an earthquake; but the LORD was not in the
earthquake: (12) And after the earthquake a fire; but the LORD was not in
the fire: and after the fire a still small voice. (KJV)
There are many
winds of doctrine out there, lots of earth shattering fire and brimstone
preachers out there that rant and rave thinking they will be heard for
their much speaking. But after all the noise and distractions, all the
static and distortions of the world, it’s that still small, loving gentle
voice of God that we should be listening for, and tuning out the rest of
the noise.
How many parents
would talk to their children like that, yelling and hollering all the time,
and telling them how worthless they are? How many children would want to
listen to a parent ranting and raving all the time as well? Granted, God
does discipline and correct us, but it is done in love, for our benefit. So
who are you listening to? Is it building you up spiritually giving you the
confidence and peace you are seeking, or is it pulling you down with doubt
and confusion? If so, you need to check the number and dial again. It’s
important to take the time to pray and talk to God; but be ready to hear
His answer as well, so that when He calls back he doesn’t get a busy signal
from our end.
Isaiah 30:9-10 That
this is a rebellious people, lying children, children that will not hear
the law of the LORD: (10) Who say to the seers, See not; and to the
prophets, Prophesy not unto us right things, speak unto us smooth things,
prophesy deceits: (KJV)
Some people have
selective hearing. Rather than Hear the message delivered by Christ, they
would rather hear things that fit their lifestyle. Ever wonder why there
are so many different denominations in this country alone. What’s wrong
with just being a Christian? Christ like was the intention I believe. Oh, but
all these man-made titles and doctrines are like going to a clothing store,
if it doesn’t fit we can alter it and make it look good. Whatever happened
to one Lord, one faith? Kind of like a telemarketer, the devil uses the
lines of communication to distort the message and steal your identity in
Christ.
Revelation 3:20-22
Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open
the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. (21)
To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I
also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. (22) He that
hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches. (KJV)
The Lord is
standing at the door of your heart, ringing the bell. Like the pizza
delivery man, He has a hot spiritual meal ready to serve to those that will
open up and let Him have access to their house. So get the door, this time
it is not Dominos.
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