One Voice...

 Today's Readings: OT - Job 10 / NT - Matthew 17:1-21

"He was still speaking when, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him."" -- Matthew 17:5

In many circumstances there is the need for only one voice. The orchestra needs one voice of the conductor. The football huddle needs one voice of the quarterback. The flight crew needs one voice of the captain. The surgical team needs one voice of the surgeon. Whether a symphony, game, flight or surgery, the voice to which we listen makes all the difference.

The disciples were overwhelmed with the presence and voices of three persons. Jesus, Moses and Elijah were impressive in their own right and Peter wanted the moment to last and the voices to linger. Yet, they were directed by the heavenly Father to listen to only one voice. "This is my beloved Son... listen to him". Whether it is our personal walk or ministry walk, the voice to which we listen makes all the difference.

There are many voices for us to listen to today. There are voices of the past and voices of present renown. The choices are unending and there seems to be a special voice for every situation. But, the writer of Hebrews tells us that "...in these last days he (God) has spoken to us by his Son." (Hebrews 1:2) Be wise my friend and remember... the voice to which we listen makes all the difference.

 Tomorrow's Readings: OT - Job 11 / NT - Matthew 17:22-18:14