Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Go near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools, who do not know that they do wrong. Do not be quick with your mouth; do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few. €” Ecclesiastes 5:1,2
I talk.
A lot.
I write.
A lot.
It’s my teacher nature. It’s my sin nature. They are two sides of the same coin.
The one is helpful and encouraging. The other believes I have an answer to everything…even when I don’t.
One stems from the fruit of the Spirit. The other from pride.
I must learn that often the people in my life need a listening ear far more than they need a lecture. They need a hug more than they need an answer. They need a smile more than they need a sermon.
I must learn that having nothing to offer isn’t a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of wisdom.
I must learn the art of being quiet.
Weekends in the Word is a ministry of Raising Arrows meant to offer a time of worship and encouragement specifically for those mommies who find themselves, due to circumstances beyond their control, unable to attend worship services with other believers. However, all are welcome here each weekend to feast on His Word.
Tracey says
Ah, a listening ear – something I need to be much more consistent in offering. Thank you for this reminder!
Andrea says
Thank you so much for this! It was something I really needed to hear!
Jacqueline @ Deeprootsathome.com says
Oh, Amy, You are reading some of my thoughts, but I am not a wordsmith!! thank you for sharing these words of truth and warning!! I love the Deuteronomy Scripture and it is so good to be exhorted by a dear sister! I hope to learn this more and more!! May the Lord bless and enrich your home in the love of Jesus!
Michelle @ Changed By The Maker says
Excellent! I’m in completely the same boat, and I needed to hear it! Thanks!
Elisabeth@Lizzy's Nest says
You are so right. We as moms, teachers, “older and wiser” women, we forget to listen sometimes, and try to solve. Thank you for the reminder.
Suanna says
Me, too.
Sonita Lewis says
This is something I have been working on for a while. Thanks for the reminder post!
The Momma @ The Straightened Path says
“I must learn that often the people in my life need a listening ear far more than they need a lecture. They need a hug more than they need an answer. They need a smile more than they need a sermon.”
This is conformation of something the Lord is teaching me about humility. Thank you for posting!
Cathy Kramer says
Amen! Thank you!!!
Corine says
You are not alone in that… Darn! ;o
Corine 😀