Echoes of Babel: The Heart’s Silent Rebellion

Throughout history, humanity has continually asserted its independence from God. While our lips may profess one thing, our hearts often reveal another. Consider the story of those who attempted to construct the Tower of Babel. Their actions not only demonstrated their disobedience to God’s command to populate the earth (Genesis 9:11), but also their lack of trust in God’s promise to never again flood the world. How do we know this? The materials chosen for their construction—a waterproof tower—betrayed their true intentions: they sought protection against future calamities.

Reflecting on this, I must admit that I, too, have acted like the people of Babel. There’s no need to ask God to show me when and how; I know it in my heart. My hope and prayer is that we learn to fully surrender and trust in His promises.

Shalom,

Sosasmama

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