Take care then how you hear, for to the one who has, more will be given, and from the one who has not, even what he thinks that he has will be taken away.
Luke 8:18
The truth of the gospel, especially as we diligently seek to find how all scripture points to Jesus, is a precious treasure. Christians are called to be careful in understanding it. But as we apply ourselves to being people who “hear” with care, we will be rewarded with seeing, knowing, listening to, and loving our Savior even more! And our hearts will cry out: “Give us more Jesus!”
There is also a warning here from Jesus to those who are too casual with His Word. The one who does not pay attention to hearing God’s Word well will find what little they do “have” to be slipping away. I’ve seen this happen in my own heart when I have gotten callous and routine with scripture. Thankfully the Holy Spirit has convicted my sin during those times. But this explains why inevitably theological liberalism leads to an empty faith. It no longer listens to Jesus.
Lord Jesus, Living Word of God! I will listen to You. Give me strength to work hard, long, and well at hearing You! Amen
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