Questions

Questions are a powerful method of communication. Unlike a speech, sermon, or monologue, a question is a 2-way road of open dialog. Questions involve give-and-take, back-and-forth sharing of words, ideas, and emotions. 

Jesus tells us to become as a little child. One of the attributes of a child is asking questions. Questions imply a certain amount of humility in admitting you don't know something. A child is always learning and one of the best ways to learn is to ask questions. 

Questions lubricate a conversation. Questions let the other person know you value their thoughts, opinions, and feelings. Questions take a dialog deeper and let the speaker know you are listening and are interested in what they are saying. 

Jesus often began his teaching with a question.

• "Who do people say the Son of Man is?"
• "Can the blind lead the blind?"
• "Why do you look at the speck of sawdust...?"
• "Why do you call me 'Lord, Lord' and do not do what I say?"

Many times Jesus answered a question with a question. 

• "I'll ask you a question, John's baptism..."
• "Why do you call me good?"
• "Show me a denarius. Whose image and inscription are on it?"

You may have questions today. Questions about:

• Covid-19 and this pandemic
• Work, finances, or retirement
• God and your faith
• Politics, the upcoming election, and demonstrations

It's okay to ask God questions. He is big enough to handle them. He will listen and he cares. In fact, He wants to hear your questions. Your questions indicate a healthy interest and involvement in spiritual matters and a valid desire to go deeper with God.