February 5th, 2026
by Mark McAdow
by Mark McAdow
By Pastor Mark McAdow
Robin and I were able to attend our granddaughter’s open house at her elementary school in Edmond on Tuesday evening. We hadn’t planned for it, but we both felt impressed to go when we realized we had the opportunity. Though we arrived late – OKC 5 o'clock traffic didn’t help – we were glad we did. We met Mrs. Holliday, her first-grade teacher, and discovered she is a strong Christian serving in the public school system. I’m reminded what a mission field teaching really is and how thankful I am for godly teachers here in Enid and beyond!
I noticed a sign in Lennxy’s classroom that read “Silent and Listen” are spelled with the exact same letters. I had never thought of that before. I began thinking that there is a spiritual truth inherent in that phrase. So often, we really do not listen for the Holy’s Spirit’s voice because we are rarely silent.
Noise pollution is everywhere – outside and inside, too! Some young men in a pickup the other day were blasting their music so loud all of us around them could hear and feel the vibrations from our own cars! We find a lot of noise inside our heads as well, as we think and often worry about our problems. No wonder it’s so hard to hear from the Lord.
Has God seemed silent in your life lately? Does it feel like He’s forgotten you? Let me assure you, He hasn’t! Dr. Henry Blackaby says there are two possible reasons for God’s silences. Sometimes, it’s because there is known sin in our life we have failed to confess or are unwilling to give up. Sin blocks our relationship with Jesus. If that’s the case, ask the Holy Spirit to examine your heart and give you the honesty and courage to confess and repent of your sin so you can be restored to a loving relationship with Jesus!
Secondly, God’s silences can be preparation for a greater revelation of Himself than you have ever known. Blackaby writes in Experiencing God: “You can respond to God’s silences in two ways. You can become frustrated, feel guilty or be impatient. Or you can expect God to bring you to a deeper knowledge of Himself.” The choice is ours! Psalms 46:10 challenges us to “Be still and know that I am God.” Sometimes, silence is a wonderful gift!
Looking forward to being with you this Sunday for worship.
Love you,
Pastor Mark
Men: I’m going to be sharing at Men’s Breakfast at Wee Too at 7 a.m. this Friday. Feb. 6. Love to have you join us for a hearty breakfast and encouraging time together.
Willow View women: Be sure to join our women for a fun game of bingo and a jewelry sale to benefit Women at Risk this Saturday evening, Feb. 7, beginning at 5 p.m.
Robin and I were able to attend our granddaughter’s open house at her elementary school in Edmond on Tuesday evening. We hadn’t planned for it, but we both felt impressed to go when we realized we had the opportunity. Though we arrived late – OKC 5 o'clock traffic didn’t help – we were glad we did. We met Mrs. Holliday, her first-grade teacher, and discovered she is a strong Christian serving in the public school system. I’m reminded what a mission field teaching really is and how thankful I am for godly teachers here in Enid and beyond!
I noticed a sign in Lennxy’s classroom that read “Silent and Listen” are spelled with the exact same letters. I had never thought of that before. I began thinking that there is a spiritual truth inherent in that phrase. So often, we really do not listen for the Holy’s Spirit’s voice because we are rarely silent.
Noise pollution is everywhere – outside and inside, too! Some young men in a pickup the other day were blasting their music so loud all of us around them could hear and feel the vibrations from our own cars! We find a lot of noise inside our heads as well, as we think and often worry about our problems. No wonder it’s so hard to hear from the Lord.
Has God seemed silent in your life lately? Does it feel like He’s forgotten you? Let me assure you, He hasn’t! Dr. Henry Blackaby says there are two possible reasons for God’s silences. Sometimes, it’s because there is known sin in our life we have failed to confess or are unwilling to give up. Sin blocks our relationship with Jesus. If that’s the case, ask the Holy Spirit to examine your heart and give you the honesty and courage to confess and repent of your sin so you can be restored to a loving relationship with Jesus!
Secondly, God’s silences can be preparation for a greater revelation of Himself than you have ever known. Blackaby writes in Experiencing God: “You can respond to God’s silences in two ways. You can become frustrated, feel guilty or be impatient. Or you can expect God to bring you to a deeper knowledge of Himself.” The choice is ours! Psalms 46:10 challenges us to “Be still and know that I am God.” Sometimes, silence is a wonderful gift!
Looking forward to being with you this Sunday for worship.
Love you,
Pastor Mark
Men: I’m going to be sharing at Men’s Breakfast at Wee Too at 7 a.m. this Friday. Feb. 6. Love to have you join us for a hearty breakfast and encouraging time together.
Willow View women: Be sure to join our women for a fun game of bingo and a jewelry sale to benefit Women at Risk this Saturday evening, Feb. 7, beginning at 5 p.m.
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