Romans 10:17 (Whole Chapter)
So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
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"It's not about what you need to say,
it's about what they need to hear."
- Dr. Drout
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As a younger minister, I didn't mean to but my public speaking was focused on me. God would give me a message, I would deliver the message and then I would almost collapse with relief. I would think, "good I got it off my chest...now it's on them to get it".
Many preachers think and say that. Occasionally I still say, "It's my job to preach, it's your job to learn." There is some truth to the statement but it does not express the full responsibilities of people who are growing in God's love.
When you are growing in LOVE, God's LOVE, it's your responsibility to ensure that not only is the Word preached but that the Word is HEARD.
It's not just your responsibility to teach your kids, it's your responsibility to ensure that your children learn.
If you really believe that you have the truth and the audience needs the truth then you have to do what you need to do in order for them to hear.
All your teaching and preaching is in vain if they do not hear you.
Why do I wear a suit when dealing with religious folk....because I want them to hear me. I love them.
Why do I speak street vernacular when dealing with 18-25 year olds...because I want them to hear me. I love them.
We all know that you can speak but do you care enough to change your approach...so that they can HEAR?
Posted at: 09:52