2 Samuel 13:1-39; Zephaniah 1:1-18; Galatians 1:1-24
Now therefore are we all here present before God, to hear all things that are commanded thee of God. Acts 10:33
These words of Cornelius reflect the attitude of heart needed to receive a message from the Lord. For Cornelius, it was to receive the message of salvation through Peter. For the believer, it is the ready and willing heart, waiting for direction, correction, or comfort from above, often coming through the timely words of a faithful servant. Peter provided those words as he was sent from the Lord. Maybe today it will be you that God sends to someone in need. —Mark Kolchin
Open my mouth and let me bear;
Tidings of mercy everywhere;
Open my heart and let me prepare;
Love with Thy children thus to share. —Clara Scott