Midweek – June 5, 2024
After a problem with the computer camera, I have decided to
type this week's Midweek.
(Assistance provided by F.B. Meyer Great Verses of the Bible
and The Gospel Coalition.)
2 Peter 3:8 – One day is with the Lord as a thousand years.
There is no effect of time with God, no past, and no future. What time zone does God live in
you may ask. Most of us would say central because that is where Texas is.
However, He lives in the eternal present time. He sees all the time in one
look, past, present, and future. Remember he is, was, and is to come all at the
same time or omnipresent.
He chooses how long it will take in our “time perception” to
complete a job. God is beyond time. All he has to do is say “Let there be..” and “it”
is created. His will was created and created. He is not limited by our perceptions
or understandings. A thousand years in
our reckoning is nothing to him.
How do we respond to this verse: Understand and marvel at
just who God is and how far he is beyond us. Time rules our lives. We are constantly
looking at clocks, watches, and cell phones. God does none of this. He knows
how things began, how they are going, and where they will end. So it would be best
to trust him with our time. We need to try to live by his understanding and
rejoice that above all he is in control
6 ways to improve your listening
Not many habits communicate love more powerfully than
listening. True listening is more than hearing words it is also seeking
understanding of the person who is talking to you. It is a “true respite” in a
world filled with people who are not listened to or encouraged by others. God
brings people who need to be heard into your life and we must listen
to them.
Listening is a habit more than a fixed trait so you can
learn to be a better listener through practice. This week I will quickly share
6 habits that can make you a better listener and then I will share 6 more next
week.
1.
Look people in the eye. This shows the
other person that they are important to you. Wandering eyes make them feel
unheard or cared bout.
2.
Face People – Ask yourself, “What does my
body language communicate” Turning yourself
toward people communicates love and respect. It makes others feel valued.
3.
Put down your phone! – probably one of the
most important things you can do. It’s not just the kids adults are just as
bad. No one can look at their phone and listen to other people. Just because
you think you can pull this off doesn’t mean that others feel heard.
Ask engaging questions – This makes the other person feel like you really give a hoot about what they are saying. Use this acronym (Forks).
Family – who do you admire in your
family and why?
Occupation – what is your favorite
part of your job?
Recreation – what do you like to
do with your free time?
Knowledge – have you learned
anything new lately?
Spirituality – who told you about
God, the Bible, and Heaven?
This also works when you are trying
to develop an opportunity for spiritual discussions.
What did you mean by –
Are you saying that
Smile
This shows you enjoy the other
person's presence. Don’t crazy-eyed grin at them. Just a light smile shows that
you are interested.
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