He Makes Ears Open and Hearts Respond

When in a teaching profession, we can do our work effectively if we have students who love to learn from us. When I did my studies in college, I was always passionate to learn from my professors. The world of literature amazed me. I loved to hold their hand and enjoy that world as they explained each and everything.

In life, we feel encouraged and appreciated when someone listens to us. Some used to say you can earn respect and cannot demand it. Here in the Bible, in Exodus 3:18 and 21, God talks with Moses. Moses didn’t want to lead Israel when God gave the call, as he thought they would not listen to him. Such a situation can be really painful—being in a leadership position and not being listened to by anyone. But immediately, God gave him help. He said in verse 18, “My people will listen to what you say to them.” And in verse 21, God said, “I will make the Egyptians respect you.”

After reading it, I understood it is God who makes people listen to us, and people respect us. It is not just about us earning or commanding it from them . When God appoints us with a task, He empowers us; He gives us power over others’ ability to listen or respect us.

Hey friend, whatever task is in front of us, when it is He who appointed us for the task, He makes people listen to us or respect us. Take the lead and do not be afraid. May the God of Moses, who calls and equips us, be with us.

Dear God, thank you for the authority you give us when you appoint us. We bless your name, Lord. May You strengthen us to do Your will like You strengthened Moses. May we be used by You to bring redemption to many. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.