Who knew finding some suitable listening ears would be so difficult?

As I grow and mature, I realize that there are some things you can’t just go around telling everybody. So not any ears would do.

I need a pair of listening ears that will simply listen. I may want to hear their advice but only if they can keep an objective perspective. So not any ears would do.

I usually can go to my parents about anything. I feel most comfortable telling them how I feel because I know that no matter what I say, they still love me. But what if they are struggling with the same issues I am struggling with? I can’t find their listening ears because they are already too invested in the situation. So not any ears would do.

I used to think I have a few close friends with whom I can share anything. But then again, all we talk about is shopping and relationships. It will be hard to express what is on my shoulders if they can’t relate. So not any ears would do.

Thank God I have a listener who is there for me even when I don’t think of Him. I know that the process of finding some listening ears has made me realize just how fortunate I am to have a personal Saviour who listens. It’s true that I feel lonely when I can’t seem to find a friend whom I can talk to in person. But if it means taking the risk of having your secrets passed on through gossip, I might as well keep my secrets to the one who loves me most.

I used to keep all my worries and struggles inside of me. But today, I’m thankful for blogs, journals, and a Father who listens to prayers.

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