Every day we listen to many people, news, stories, etc. Thousands and thousands of words. More and more information. We choose what is important and select it. At the same time, we speak a lot, make fun, give lectures, sermons, advice to others. What impact do our talks have? How much do we speak about Jesus? Usually, we do it only during our prayers in the church. But in real life, it's not much.
From the story of Apostles Paul and Barnabas in Antioch, we learn how to behave and preach the Gospel. We can see that even in our communities and groups of believers there are some who come and go. There are people who are not devoted and focused on the divine Word. Even we often involve ourselves in many other things except Jesus Christ. So today Paul teaches us all who worship God, to listen and pay attention.
A friend of mine told me during breakfast that he does not watch television before going to bed. Because he cannot sleep well after listening to all the comments of people. And he is right. In the morning and in the evening Christians have to listen to Jesus. Not other people's opinions. Besides, our whole history should be about Jesus. We are to recognize him in every important decision and event of our life. As believers, we are aware that Jesus never leaves us alone. If we feel lonely, it usually means we forget about the Son of God. But if we tell everyone in the world to turn back to God and be followers of Jesus, we become apostles of the Promised One. First, we are to listen and pay attention to the Word of God. We should know exactly who Jesus is. We need to understand the words of the prophets and evangelists.
We are friends of God and Jesus can forgive our sins and weaknesses. In Jesus' name, we can be set free. This is the Good News that everyone wants to listen to nowadays. May our message about the Lord spread all over the world. May all the people become happy, peaceful, and filled with the Holy Spirit.
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