The other day I saw a kid who had a really hard time listening. It wasn't a typical controllable defiance, but yelling and screaming. All would be well if the would calmly listen. I wasn't even asking a lot from him, but that he would pick up what he dropped on the floor.

It reminded me of the fact that that is probably us towards God. We resist His ways and ignore His voice the moment He speaks.

It helps me attempt to love this boy despite his defiance. And it makes me appreciate God's love more when I am ignore His ways and commands for my good.