La, la, la, la, la

Genesis39:10 (ESV)- ” And as she spoke to Joseph day after day, he would not listen to her, to lie beside her or to be with her.”

     I remember as a child when we did not want to hear what someone was trying to say to us we would clasp our hands over both of our ears and then we would start singing “la la la la la”.  Our hands served as fleshy ear muffs and our voices would make sure that we drowned out whatever it was we did not want to hear. The more they tried to make us listen, the louder we would sing.

      Today many of us need to adopt this same strategy when the devil is trying to whisper sweet nothings in our ears.  They drip with sweetness but they are full of nothing.  Like the scripture today reminds us, often the devil will come to us with enticing propositions; often using those closest to us to design our downfall. What might appear as harmless flirtation can mask dangerous and crippling consequences.

      Listen only to God; cover yourself with his promises and walk in his grace.  When you hear the murmuring of potential gossip about you, ignore it.  When you sense that something is too good or too easy to be believed; don’t believe it.  When you know that the words being said to you will change the relationship you have with your spouse, children, boss, colleagues and most importantly your relationship with God – clasp both of your hands over your hears and start singing – Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus.

     Every day is a good day: it is up to us to make it a GREAT day!.  Don’t be distracted; stay focused on your purpose. Have a wonderful weekend.  Be blessed!  Dr. JoAnn