I could hear in the other room my husband explaining to our youngest son on how to do something. I could hear him patiently directing him on what to do, as our youngest listened intently. I could hear our son grasp the concept being explained, as he eagerly learned something new. I loved listening in on them and I couldn’t help but to smile knowing that as my husband taught him something, our son was truly learning a new skill. One in which would help him again in the future. Friend, it got me thinking about how our loving Father is always ready to teach us and show us things that will help us in life too, if we only really listen. So may we listen to His word with intention, so we can fully grasp all that He wants to show us. May we hear that still small voice, the one in which gives us insight and direction. May we talk to Him in prayer and allow Him to fully lead us. My youngest son listened to instruction today and because he did, he learned a new skill. May we always listen to God’s instruction, because following Him, and His word is the best skill we could ever have.

Erin Fitts-Brower

Listen to instruction

Proverbs 8:33 NIV

Listen to my instruction and be wise; do not disregard it.

Proverbs 4:13 NIV

Hold on to instruction, do not let it go; guard it well, for it is your life.

Proverbs 16:20 NIV

Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers, and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.