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EPISODE · Sep 8, 2025 · 19 MIN

Little Thing #6: Listen Well

from The Weekly Word from Burns · host Burns Church

The biblical figure Samuel is impressive: He was the last judge of Israel, anointed two kings (Saul and David), and even made a dramatic post-mortem appearance in scripture. But the truly amazing part of his story is how it began. In this powerful episode, we explore the simple, yet profound, act that defined Samuel's life: listening. You'll discover the surprising depth of the Hebrew word for "hear" and why it's a foundation for all faithfulness. We also look at the high cost of not listening, drawing a shocking parallel between a simple o-ring failure and the tragic Challenger disaster. If you struggle to shut out the noise and truly listen—to God or to the world around you—this message is a crucial reminder that your willingness to listen could be the "o-ring" that prevents a disaster. Tune in to find out why the greatest thing you can do this week is simply say, "Speak, LORD, your servant is listening."

The biblical figure Samuel is impressive: He was the last judge of Israel, anointed two kings (Saul and David), and even made a dramatic post-mortem appearance in scripture. But the truly amazing part of his story is how it began. In this powerful episode, we explore the simple, yet profound, act that defined Samuel's life: listening. You'll discover the surprising depth of the Hebrew word for "hear" and why it's a foundation for all faithfulness. We also look at the high cost of not listening, drawing a shocking parallel between a simple o-ring failure and the tragic Challenger disaster. If you struggle to shut out the noise and truly listen—to God or to the world around you—this message is a crucial reminder that your willingness to listen could be the "o-ring" that prevents a disaster. Tune in to find out why the greatest thing you can do this week is simply say, "Speak, LORD, your servant is listening."

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