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I Can’t Hear You

By Wanda

image: Hear No Evil, See No Evil

I included the NLT version of the scripture on the photo but I also like how the Message paraphrases it.

But I’m deaf and mute to it all,
      ears shut, mouth shut.
   I don’t hear a word they say,
      don’t speak a word in response.
   What I do, God, is wait for you,
      wait for my Lord, my God—you will answer!  Psalms 38:13-15

There are times in life when it’s necessary to turn a deaf ear to enemies taunting. And, when I can’t think of any scriptures to quote or lack something positive to say, it’s best that I choose silence instead.

Oh and what about the times that you’re praying for someone’s  salvation and everything you see and hear from them is contrary to your prayers. That’s a good time to make a decision to not be moved by the happenings around you.

 

 

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  1. welcome to my world of poetry says

    25 August, 2010 at 12:47 am

    I enjoyed this very much Wanda,
    So much truth in what you have written,

    Yvonne.

  2. Amanda says

    25 August, 2010 at 1:59 am

    This is SO true Wanda! We can't control what others say to us, but we can sure work on what we respond with… even the beautiful art of saying nothing (something I find so incredibly hard lol).

    Loved this… thank you!! Blessings!

  3. Denise says

    25 August, 2010 at 3:37 am

    Fantastic post.

  4. Joan says

    25 August, 2010 at 4:56 am

    So true, Wanda. Sometimes it's best to be silent.

    Blessings,
    Joan

  5. lori says

    25 August, 2010 at 5:11 am

    Hey Wanda….I'm actually in that place right now. Certain that it is better to remain silent and wait on the Lord than go about my own ranting…

    This was PERFECT for me today! Thank you for sharing!

    peace,
    lori

  6. ozjane says

    25 August, 2010 at 6:34 am

    Great use of word and graphics….I love this one……..also the truth of it. Be still and Know that I am God is often much wiser than opening our mouth and putting our big feet right into it.

  7. Amy says

    25 August, 2010 at 7:09 am

    Great verse! LOVE the picture…perfect for this verse!
    Happy WFW!

  8. MyJourneyBack says

    25 August, 2010 at 7:39 am

    Oh thanks for the smile. I loved this. And thanks for stopping over for my WFW. Smiling in my boots today!
    Have a great day,
    Sherry

  9. Donna says

    25 August, 2010 at 7:57 am

    Great Word today, both scripture and message! Love how The Message says it. It's not always easy, but sometimes the best thing to do is be silent. Thanks for sharing!

    Blessings to you today!

  10. Victoria says

    25 August, 2010 at 8:25 am

    Hi Wanda! This is a mighty good Word! I'm so glad you happened by my place so that I could find yours! I can't wait to get to know you better as we get to know our Father together!

  11. BLUEBUTTERFLY says

    25 August, 2010 at 8:27 am

    Can I just say … Hallelujah!

  12. Whidbey Woman says

    25 August, 2010 at 9:02 am

    Thanks for sharing such a great Word with us, Wanda!

  13. Peggy says

    25 August, 2010 at 9:56 am

    Blessed morning to you Wanda…my, you were either up late or awake very early… because Of the time of your visit to me, thank you!

    Each time I open to the Watered Soul; first I am blessed by your beautiful header that greets me, and the wonderful verse of Isaiah 58 then I am watered by your words and God's wisdom through you!

    You are such a wellspring!

    But this one made me chuckle! It is so perfect! Thank you for sharing the NLT and The Message (it was good to compare them). I needed this so often in my marriage and home life. Thank you for the understanding you shared. It's so clear what I need to do.

    We all know that God gave us 2 ears & 2 eyes but only 1 mouth. Good advice you point out. It's so easy to be reminded of the 3 monkeys as "see no evil, speak no evil, hear no evil" but this is much better…
    DON'T ALLOW THE EVIL IN and GIVE RESPONSE… NO LIE, NO ENEMY POWER.
    Yep, defeated by the blood of Jesus! This is awesome. I need to learn to WAIT and trust that God will answer in His perfect timing & way! Thanks Wanda…

    EnJOY a wonderful WFW and week!
    Peggy

  14. GlowinGirl says

    25 August, 2010 at 10:22 am

    Silence truly is golden at times, isn't it? It's wise to learn when to speak and when not to — I have a tendency to overdo my words. I should practice that last monkey's pose.

  15. Karen says

    25 August, 2010 at 10:50 am

    Great truth. Thank you.

  16. Special K says

    25 August, 2010 at 11:27 am

    Very creative! LOVE it 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

    Happy WFW!

  17. Chelle says

    25 August, 2010 at 1:12 pm

    I love this post! 🙂

  18. e-Mom says

    25 August, 2010 at 2:00 pm

    This is an amazing verse! (I've never seen it before.) Thanks for sharing. Have a blessed WFW!

    e-Mom @ Chrysalis

  19. Mary says

    25 August, 2010 at 2:35 pm

    This is a most excellent word!! Thanks so much for sharing. Blessings on your day girl!

  20. Susan says

    25 August, 2010 at 3:37 pm

    I should of took this advice earlier today, I needed it.

    GREAT word Wanda?

  21. Daughter of the KING says

    25 August, 2010 at 3:45 pm

    Perfect post…

    blessings,
    Linda J

  22. Laurie says

    25 August, 2010 at 5:50 pm

    Oh, how I appreciated this passage and photo, Wanda. Amen, His word is true!

  23. Karen says

    25 August, 2010 at 6:01 pm

    Amen! Great reminder…

  24. a sojourner says

    25 August, 2010 at 8:07 pm

    waiting isn't easy. but i remember Doug Spurling's post when he said that just as a woman must wait to give birth, we also must wait on God. but the time can be well spent in continued prayer and supplications. thanks for the reminder, Wanda. i'm still waiting as well…

  25. Shannon Jacobyansky says

    26 August, 2010 at 7:23 am

    Wanda, very good advice indeed! I love the picture of the monkeys! Thanks for stopping by my blog!

  26. sarah says

    26 August, 2010 at 7:47 am

    great post…words to really think about.

  27. One Heart says

    26 August, 2010 at 10:25 am

    OH MY GOODNESS, Wanda, this is PERFECT. I LOVE IT!!! I am spreading this one for sure.

    Thank you for visiting and I will publicly embarrass myself yet again by letting you know that your book mailing has been delayed yet again. UGGHHH…it's so not like me. I tend to be a perfectionist so God is up to something here for sure, but I am a big believer of excellence so I truly apologize. Circumstances beyond my control have delayed it but God's timing is perfect. I am hoping for it to be postmarked no later than tomorrow–Friday, 8/27. Very difficult two-three last weeks but I will keep my promise. Thanks for your patience sis.

  28. arlee bird says

    26 August, 2010 at 9:41 pm

    We can't always count on the Psalms for true wisdom. This post works very well for me.

    Lee
    Tossing It Out

  29. arlee bird says

    26 August, 2010 at 9:48 pm

    Wait! That should be we CAN count on the Psalms for true wisdom. I think I need to get some rest!

    Lee
    Tossing It Out

  30. Just Be Real says

    27 August, 2010 at 3:27 am

    Wanda truth speaks loud and clear. Great post. Blessings.

  31. Ellie says

    27 August, 2010 at 7:10 am

    This rings so true! Pearls of wisdom in Psalms; Glad you reminded us of this one! xXx

  32. Amydeanne says

    27 August, 2010 at 8:29 am

    great verse!

  33. Connie Arnold says

    29 August, 2010 at 1:25 pm

    Great words, Wanda, and that's a terrific picture for your post!

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