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Ordinary Time, 23rd Sunday (B) After an attempt at rolling my kayak, my ears had to be opened in order for me to hear clearly. Just because we can hear doesn't mean that we are really listening. What would happen if God actually spoke to you during your prayer time? Some of us might feel he was interrupting our prayers.
When working with foreign priests, I have learned that just because he says, "Yes" does not mean he has understood. I need to wait for further information to confirm he got what I said. I also need to not only listen to him, but try and truly understand.
Before the Gospel is read at Mass, we trace the cross on our forehead, lips, and heart. We are signaling our openness to what God's word wants to give us. Let us pray that we can not only hear God, but also listen and understand.
(8 Sep 2024)
Going Deeper: Reflect on these 12 active listening skills. How many do you practice regularly?
Image: AdobeStock_191551385, AdobeStock_556632167| Over 13 years of homily episodes available at PilgrimPriest.us/podcast | Like, subscribe, and share us with your enemies. | Find me on Facebook and Twitter | Powered by Patrons | give through PayPal or leave a nice review on your favorite podcast platform.
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Ordinary Time, 23rd Sunday (B) After an attempt at rolling my kayak, my ears had to be opened in order for me to hear clearly. Just because we can hear doesn't mean that we are really listening. What would happen if God actually spoke to you during your prayer time? Some of us might feel he was interrupting our prayers.
When working with foreign priests, I have learned that just because he says, "Yes" does not mean he has understood. I need to wait for further information to confirm he got what I said. I also need to not only listen to him, but try and truly understand.
Before the Gospel is read at Mass, we trace the cross on our forehead, lips, and heart. We are signaling our openness to what God's word wants to give us. Let us pray that we can not only hear God, but also listen and understand.
(8 Sep 2024)
Going Deeper: Reflect on these 12 active listening skills. How many do you practice regularly?
Image: AdobeStock_191551385, AdobeStock_556632167| Over 13 years of homily episodes available at PilgrimPriest.us/podcast | Like, subscribe, and share us with your enemies. | Find me on Facebook and Twitter | Powered by Patrons | give through PayPal or leave a nice review on your favorite podcast platform.
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