I wonder if God would say the same thing about us that he said about His people so long ago.
I wonder sometimes if he looks at us and sees a rebellious people.
I would like to think that He would say to me, “Matthew, you are living among a rebellious people. They have eyes to see but do not see and ears to hear but do not hear, for they are a rebellious people”, but I’m afraid that I might be among the rebellious people.
I’m not saying I live in outright rebellion or blatantly worship false gods like the nation of Israel did so many years ago.
But I am saying that I have my moments of rebellion. I am saying that I don’t always pursue a relationship with God in the same way that He is pursuing a relationship with me.
And you don’t either.
In fact, I think if we’re being honest, we all have our moments when we’re not loving God the way we should, we’re not pursuing a closer relationship with Him when that’s exactly what He wants us to do.
So, right now, take a step in God’s direction. Take a minute to listen to His voice.
And make sure you have eyes to see and ears to hear.
#1 by Dennis - March 2nd, 2010 at 06:57
Often I am not sensitive enough to adequately access my spiritual state. As I look into His Word and lend and attentive ear to that still small voice, God reveals to me the spiritual needs that I have in my life. Lord, I want to practice your holy presence in my life. Keep me focused on you and your will for me.
#2 by Tommy Sadler - March 2nd, 2010 at 09:38
These people were probably like me most of the times. Ears to hear, but not listening. Eyes to see, but not looking. But a mouth that never shuts up long enough to look and listening for that still, small voice!