“He who hears you hears me.” – Luke 10:16
A man installs a smoke alarm in his home. At first, its piercing beeps feel irritating, especially when they interrupt cooking. But when a real fire sparks, that same alarm saves his life. What once felt like a nuisance is revealed as a safeguard of love.
God’s truth often comes as an unwelcome interruption.
The prophets, preachers, and the conscience Christ sends can feel like that alarm – inconvenient and expose the fires of sin, pride, or self-reliance. We are tempted to dismiss the message because the messenger is imperfect or the truth is uncomfortable. To ignore Jesus’ messengers is to ignore Him. To reject the alarm is to reject the firefighter. God’s warnings are like guardrails on a mountain road—not restricting us, but keeping us from plunging into ruin. He sent these alerts not to annoy us but to rescue us from spiritual catastrophe. Do not dismiss holy interruptions in your life. God’s truth, however inconvenient, is a grace for your salvation. Listen for His voice today—even if it comes through a jarring messenger.
A Journey of Reflection and Action
- Journaling – Write about a recent moment when God’s truth felt inconvenient but later proved helpful.
- Scripture Meditation – Reflect on Luke 10:16 and ask: “Am I open to hearing God even when His truth comes through unexpected voices?”
- Sharing – Encourage someone today by gently reminding them of God’s love, even when it calls for correction.
- Group Discussion – In fellowship, talk about how God’s “interruptions” have protected you from spiritual harm.
Join Us in Prayer
Lord Jesus, help me to welcome Your truth, even when it unsettles me. Give me ears to hear, a humble heart to receive, and the courage to obey. May I never dismiss Your warnings but see them as signs of Your saving love. Amen.
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Scripture Footnote & Further Reading
Scripture Source: Catholic Daily Reading – 3 October 2025 (Luke 10:13-16, from which Luke 10:16 is drawn).
- First Reading: Baruch 1:15-22
- Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 79:1-5, 8-9
- Gospel: Luke 10:13-16
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