Silence

Silence

“Do you indeed speak righteousness, you silent ones? Do you judge uprightly, you sons of men?” Ps. 58:1.

Silence can hide an ocean of evil. When it occurs in the meetings, it is an indication of lethargy. Usually the one who has the least to say in the meetings is the one who has the most to say in idle conversation outside the meetings. The fool does not open his mouth in the gate.

If you love God’s kingdom, if all your fountains are in Him, our beloved Lord Jesus, then say something about what He has done for you and in you. We are members of one another; all the members are needed, but we don’t need someone who is withered and dead. Some people think, “It is best for me to remain silent; what the others have to say is much more valuable.” That is not true. No one else can say what you have to say. You are the only one who can say it, and if you fail to say it, the church misses out on the contribution you could have made. Secret pride is the root of much silence. Many people only want to say something if it is “extraordinary.” If not, they choose to remain silent. However, in the kitchens and the living rooms, in the hallways and the streets, you will certainly hear that these silent ones have found their voice.

Women have an especially difficult time figuring out what is fitting and appropriate. Either they preach so much that even a war hero would take to his heels, or they never open their mouth at all. They are free to pray and prophesy as long as they cover their heads. The Scriptures grant them this right. But they are not allowed to teach. Neither should they ask a lot of questions in the meetings. Quite often their real intention is not so much to have their questions answered as to have a chance to talk. That is why the Scriptures say that they should ask their own husbands at home. God’s wisdom will clear up all these difficulties and will always show you what is well pleasing to God and man.

So open your mouth and God will fill it.