The Grands Letter

Dear Grands,

Mark 4:24, “And He was saying to them, ‘Take care what you listen to.

By your standard of measure it will be measured to you; and more will

be given you besides.’”

One of the chief methods of learning is by listening. There’s an old

adage that says, “The LORD gave us two ears and one mouth,” so we

should listen more and talk less. Barnes says, “You shall be treated

according to the use you make of your opportunities of learning. If

you consider it well, and make a good improvement of what you hear,

you shall be well rewarded. If not, your reward shall be small.”

Think of this when the pastor preaches today. Listen carefully. Over

the years, I’ve learned to ask the LORD for a personal message from

what the pastor says in and through his sermon. The more carefully

I listen, the more carefully I read the Word; and the more carefully I

read the Word, the more the LORD reveals to me. Then, I have more

responsibility to be and do what I learn. No, it’s not something just

for preachers; it’s for all of us. So listen today to the voice of the LORD,

as He speaks through the pastor’s word. It will make a difference in

your life.

Nana just reminded me that today is our 62ND Wedding Anniversary!

I had better be careful what I hear, too. ??

Love and prayers ever and always,

Nana & Dado III

Gene L. Jeffries, Th.D.

Springdale, Arkansas