Considering The Source!

When statements are directed at us, it is often wise to consider the source before either responding or allowing the words to impact us. For one thing there is too much today being accepted without checking out the source. Even the Bereans were commended for making certain what the Apostle Paul taught was true. ( Acts 17:10-11) However, we must also be mindful of whose words and message we are allowing to most impact our life.

In view of the activity of some of his enemies, David wrote. . .
"(12) Those who seek my life lay their snares; those who seek my hurt speak of ruin and meditate treachery all day long. (13) But I AM LIKE A DEAF MAN; I DO NOT HEAR, LIKE A MUTE MAN WHO DOES NOT OPEN HIS MOUTH. (14) I have become like a man who does not hear, and in whose mouth are no rebukes." ( Psalm 38:12-14 ESV)

David considered the source and chose to IGNORE what these were saying. Rather than allowing their words to paint a picture of ruin, David turned a deaf ear toward them. He also chose to keep his mouth shut. The statements of his enemies did not merit a response from him. Responding could have merely stirred the pot of their ranting. David may have also felt no need to defend himself against their words because they were not THE WORDS THAT MATTERED! They would not succeed in discouraging him.

David went on to state. . .
"(15) But FOR YOU, O LORD, DO I WAIT; IT IS YOU, O LORD MY GOD, WHO WILL ANSWER. (16) For I said, 'Only let them not rejoice over me, who boast against me when my foot slips!'" ( Psalm 38:15-16 ESV)

God was the Source to Whom David looked and would listen for an answer. God was his source of encouragement and hope! It was GOD'S VIEW THAT MATTERED and would sustain David through his trials. May we also be wise in considering the source of what is directed our way so that we may choose wisely to let GOD'S ASSESSMENT OF LIFE MATTER while ignoring the other voices that may speak against us.

Have a great day LISTENING TO GOD ABOVE THE WORLD'S NOISE!
Carl

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