Transformed Week 5
“The wise listen and add to their learning.” Proverbs 1:5
“Everyone should be quick to listen and slow to speak.” James 1:19
Throughout Scripture, God calls us to the spiritual discipline of listening – not just to family, friends and like-minded people, but listening to those who are different from us, who think differently than us – even our enemies.
Do you consider yourself a good listener? Why or why not?
What are important components of good listening – especially when it comes to someone who holds different beliefs and opinions than you?
How would you rate our culture when it comes to listening to one another when we are in disagreement? How would you rate those in the Christian community?
What are things that keep us from being good listeners – specifically listening to those with whom we have opposing viewpoints?
How do you feel when someone you seriously disagree with listens to you and shows interest in why you think the way you do?
