Our daily Bread: Joel 4:12-21; Luke 11:27-28

Rather, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.

We know there are obvious differences between merely hearing and truly listening, and there are even clearer distinctions between just hearing and actually observing what we hear. If we hear God’s word, and really listen, then surely our observance will lead to action. If we fully attend to the word of the Lord and allow it to consume us, we cannot help but assume the posture of discipleship. We must live in love and act in compassion; we must seek justice and offer mercy. How truly blessed we are when we let our actions speak God’s word.

*For ears to hear God’s word and hands to do his work, we pray.