Biblical Communication

Be quick to listen, slow to speak

I am changing how I interact with people. Often I take my time responding to what others ask. I ponder what to say. In fact, I may even give a one-word reply. Then continue contemplating my response. The challenge is that the other person continues on with the conversation. Either they did not wait for my reply, or they were processing what they wanted to say while not listening to what I was saying anyway. Whatever the case, I am so thankful for God's truth. James 1:19 is so clear. I memorized it first in the King James Version of the Bible. But I discover that if I read it in another version, then I can revisit God's truth in a fresh way.

"Post this at all the intersections, dear friends: Lead with
your ears, follow up with your tongue (James 1:19 The Message)."

I am re-learning how to communicate with others. God's Word gives me guidance. His truth directs my life. I want to follow Him everyday.

Do you?

Then live the truth that you already know. Implement the things that you've learned from the Bible. Act upon it. God will help you.

"However, when He, the Spirit of Truth, has come, He will guide you into all
truth. (John 16:13)."

As a Christian you can get guidance for your life from the Bible for the Holy Spirit who indwells you will help you like a Friend. You can follow God everyday. It is time to do so.

Pastor D