Not many people have the gift of conversation. Some people can naturally turn a boring conversation into a vibrant discussion. Yet, for the shy, unimaginative and stutterers, saying a couple of words can be agonizing. Fortunately, there are people in life who are blunt, don’t like beating around the bush, eager for the other person to just spit it out.
The king of Egypt said to Moses and Aaron, Why do you take the people from their jobs? Get to your burdens! – Exodus 5:4
The Pharaoh reflects individuals with an old school mentality. Based upon the words Pharaoh, he doesn’t appear to be one for small talk. Apparently, idleness was frowned upon in Pharaoh’s Day, a sign of laziness and lack of productivity. Pharaoh’s grand designs for Egypt were being interrupted. Subsequently, Pharaoh wanted a quick interaction so he could get back to what he was working on.
Confess to one another therefore your faults (your slips, your false steps, your offenses, your sins) and pray [also] for one another, that you may be healed and restored [to a spiritual tone of mind and heart]. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working], James 5:16.
As a new year approaches, perhaps these passages will inspire you to take chances in 2024. Rather than being calculated and cautious, spitting out how your emotions might help you in the future. Whether you’re confronted with bossy individuals, or control freaks, lay out how you feel upfront so that any lingering concerns or frustrations are out in the open. If the timing isn’t right, wait for a more favorable moment so that relationships will be on firmer ground in 2024.
by Jay Mankus
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