I often find myself in a conversation with someone who loves to talk. Actually, these are more monologs than conversations. I find it hard to get in a word. Later, I will try to avoid engaging this person in conversation, thus our relationship diminishes.
It is often said that Christians do not follow a religion, but rather the person of Jesus Christ. But sometimes we act like it is a one-way relationship. We pray and tell God what we want, but we don’t take the time to listen to Him speak to us through His Word and by His Spirit. God does not want us to have this type of relationship with Him.
Proverbs 28:9 says, “If one turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.” These are pretty harsh words. God says that if we do not listen to Him, our prayers are no longer sweet offerings to Him, but rather meager grumblings of an impertinent child.
To have the full two-way relationship with God, we must take time and make the effort to listen to Him. He has so much to tell us that will give us joy and peace. Listen to His words and find the loving relationship that you long for.
Reluctant Retiree 