Emphasis Preaching Journal

People came to her frequently for advice, sometimes commenting on her reputation for wisdom. She did not feel the reputation was deserved. She did not feel that she was any wiser than most people; but, she was a good listener. She often heard what people said beyond the words they used and was able to put herself in their shoes, to understand -- sometimes better than the speakers themselves -- the brokenness that caused them to bare their hearts to her.