Listen, Learn, and Live!
Ok, I want to live a life of faith but where does faith come from anyway? Yesterday I concluded my thought with some of the Apostle Paul’s most direct teaching on faith when he declared that “…faith comes from hearing and hearing comes from the Word of Christ” (Romans 10:17 NASB). Now let’s go back to the mountains. One of the most critical aspects of climbing is found in the communication system. By this, I’m referring to the direct voice commands that must be given before, during, and after a climb in order for the climb to have maximum safety and success. It is essential that the appropriate commands are given loudly and clearly, so that all parties involved in the climb can function effectively. Blowing or misunderstanding a command could have disastrous results. On the other hand when the climber hears and responds accurately the results can be exceptional. One of the most critical aspects of Christian faith is found in its communication system. Simply put, its all about the voice of Jesus and the ears of the follower. God himself commands that we “listen to him” (Mark 9:7). Jesus himself said, “My sheep listen to my voice. I know them, and they follow me” (John 10:27). How’s your hearing? How’s your doing? How’s your faith?
“…Everyone should be quick to listen…So do not merely listen to the word…Do what it says.” (James 1:19 & 22)