Communication

 

Think about the person with whom you have the closest relationship, whether it be a spouse, sibling, parent, or friend. What would that relationship be like if you were the only one doing all the talking and most of what you talked about were your needs?  It’s hard to imagine that the relationship could continue, at least not at the same level of closeness.  Communication should normally be a two-way process.

 

We need to stop and examine how good our communication is with God. Is it one-way, us talking to God? How much of our talking is asking for things? We all tire of people who only come to us when they want or need something. God wants more from us.

 

We should allow for listening time in our prayer sessions. We need to be diligent in our Bible study. God can speak to us through His word. “For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” (Hb 4:12).  We may also hear God’s word at church or from a trusted Christian friend.

 

Place at the front of your mind and heart today that God wants to be in relationship with you and that He wants to communicate with you.