I will hear what God the Lord will speak… Psalm 85:8
Poor sermons
When listening to a sermon
or choir sing have you ever been agitated? The preacher seemed lost and unable
to deliver? The choir’s tone was
terrible and “They didn’t sound like so and so choir!” Though well-meant they lack
certain qualifications. Several years ago I learned how to enjoy the poorest of
sermons and tone death choirs simply because God’s servants delivered the
message.
God speaks to you
I ran across an article
which proclaimed “At one point in every
sermon God breaks through the words of the preacher and speaks directly to the
people.” It may be a phrase or
sentence when God speaks directly to you.
Understanding this logic one cannot afford not to listen to the entire
sermon or song. Or neglect hearing that
one illuminated moment when God speaks – bringing conviction, hope, strength or
renewed faith.
Ignoring God’s word
So many people ignore that
one word of God because they are comparing the preacher or choir with another recently
heard. For every person who God called
to preach or sing it was based upon their unique personality, knowledge and
aptitude.
Boring preachers
What would the world be
like if all preachers and choirs sounded alike? It would be boring! God’s word can
be like your favorite dish of food or the sound of good music that stirs the
soul. One word, phrase or song can be the conduit to unite with God. It is us
who often unplug from God the Father.
The next time you attend
your place of worship listen intently for that one portion in the sermon and
hymns which God intended for your heart. Hear what God the Lord will speak to
you!
Prayer
Father God,
Open my ears that I may hear a word from you. Speak
to my heart and refresh in me a renewed spirit. Remove all interferences which impede me from
hearing a word form you. This I pray in
your son Jesus Christ name. Amen
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Good word. Even in poorly executed messages God's word will not return void. Thanks for the reminder.
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