Take care, then, how you hear

“For there is nothing hidden that will not become visible, and nothing secret that will not be known and come to light. Take care, then, how you hear. To anyone who has, more will be given, and from the one who has not, even what he seems to have will be taken away.” (LK 8: 17-18) 

We know, from our inner dialog, all the forms of mistaken patterns of interpretation: generalization, the snow-ball effect, dark lenses and many others. The main problem lies in listening from our own point of view. It is important how we hear: “take care, then, how you hear.” 

“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.” (Gospel Acclamation)