Many years ago a Far Side cartoon featured a small dog and it’s owner. The words in the bubble read, “Blah, blah, blah, Minnie.” Like Minnie’s owner, I’m certain my words–though spoken–are often unheard. I imagine it something like this.
Tammy: Child 1, please put your toys away when you’re done playing with them.
Offspring’s Interpretation: Child 1, blah, blah, blah…play with your toys.
And…
Tammy: Child 4, call if you’re running late.
Offspring’s Interpretation: Blah, blah, blah…run late.
Or…
Tammy: Child 3, when you calm down then we can talk.
Offspring’s Interpretation: You can talk.
You, too, might struggle with a similar problem. Maybe your colleagues don’t consider your opinion, your children disregard your guidance, or your husband ignores your input.
Christ understands, friend. His words fell on the ears of the religious leaders of the day, but they ignored the forgiving call of his voice. The masses dismissed him as worse than a criminal and overlooked his promises of freedom. Even Christ’s own family dismissed him as deluded.
But there are some who listen…some who respond. They are the ones He came to save.
Scripture for Reflection: My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. (John 10:27)
