There is no language God will not speak. Which leads us to a delightful question. What language is he speaking to you? I'm not referring to an idiom or dialect but to the day-to-day drama of your life. God does speak, you know. He speaks to us in whatever language we will understand.
There are times he speaks the "language of abundance." Is your tummy full? Are your bills paid? Got a little jingle in your pocket? Don't be so proud of what you have that you miss what you need to hear.
Are you hearing the "language of need"? Or how about the "language of affliction"? Talk about an idiom we avoid. But you and I both know how clearly God speaks in hospital hallways and sickbeds.
God speaks all languages—including yours. Has he not said, "I will ... teach you in the way you should go" (Ps. 32:8 NIV) Are we not urged to "receive instruction from His mouth" ?(Job 22:22 NASB) What language is God speaking to you?
And aren't you glad he is speaking? Aren't you grateful that he cares enough to talk? Isn't it good to know that "the LORD tells his secrets to those who respect him" (Ps. 25:14)
Think a word of thanks to him would be appropriate? And while you're at it, ask him if you might be missing any signs he is sending your way.
THE TEACHING MINISTRY of MAX LUCADO © 1998 - 2007
Excerpted From He Chose the Nails (Please include this line to forward this message).
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