Hear Me Out

Isn't interesting how we can see situations and circumstances and without having the full story or a complete understanding of what and why something has transpired, we make decisions based on the "less than" and incomplete.

We catch a partial glimpse or hear just a nugget and without knowing the context, we place it in a context that we assume is correct or reasonable. Not only is this a dangerous pattern of living, but it's amazing how quickly we can sell ourselves that we are correct.

How do I know this is true?

Because of how resistant one can be when they hear the words, "Hear me out."

It's like we have to be convinced that we are not as knowledgeable on the matter as we thought. And of course, hearing that you are wrong is rarely pleasant, let alone desirable.

But what must consider... how much are we missing by refusing to listen?

What could change?
What could improve?
Relationships? Opportunity? Generations? Eternity?

The possibilities are near endless. But only for those with ears ready to listen.

Pray, this #associatePastorTuesday, that pastors would continue to live and operate ministry with ears ready to listen. May heads and hearts not stand in confidence without understanding. Pray for wisdom and discernment as pastors work through difficult and challenging circumstances. May grace and patience prevail and communication lines be open and clear. Pray that egos, agendas and motives not get in the way of coming to places of understanding and creating solution. Most importantly, pray that pastors would continue to hear God through His Word and the voice and prompting of the Holy Spirit.

For we have the ability to solve problems.
Yet for whatever reason, we become one.
May God work the miraculous
As we remain, walk and listen.
For the work to which God has called us.

- PNC