S – For nothing is concealed that won’t be revealed, and nothing hidden that won’t be made known and brought to light. ¹⁸ Therefore take care how you listen. For whoever has, more will be given to him; and whoever does not have, even what he thinks he has will be taken away from him.”

 Luke 8:17–18 CSB

O – Commentary: “…a person is not given “the secrets of the kingdom of God” (8:10) in order to keep them secret. The disciples were to make known the things Jesus was telling them. The people who followed Jesus were to consider carefully (v. 18) how they listened. If they heard and responded with genuine belief (cf. v. 15), then they would receive more truth. If they did not receive what they heard, they would lose it.

 “Luke,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

A – Two strong principles here:

1.  What we think, say and do will be revealed.  We are all on a journey of moving from our sin nature to Godly character.  This should not bring fear, but a healthy catalyst to keep growing forward.

2.  The “mysteries” of God that He reveals to us (relationally and personally) are to grow our faith.  The more we trust and believe in Him in all of life’s challenges, enables us to receive more faith.

R – Lord, as I continue to grow in your character, help me to listen intently to the Holy Spirit.  Let it draw me into a greater understanding and relationship with you.  As I do this, add to me the ability to lead myself with greater love and faith in you.