Trustworthy messengers refresh like snow in summer. They revive the spirit of their employer. Proverbs 25:13 (NLT)
The NIV speaks of the “coolness of snow at harvest time” which makes a little more sense to me than the “snow in summer.” But I digress….
Everyone has played the game where one message is communicated and by the time it makes it’s way around the room, it bears little resemblance to the original one. Very amusing. It’s easy to see how important our “messengers” are in delivering accurate information that can be trusted.
Recently, I have been watching “Band of Brothers.” on DVD. Seems like in most episodes a breakdown in communication occurs that has to be overcome, often times with severe consequences and casualties. When the message gets transmitted accurately, the mission works and the objectives are accomplished.
Our country lost an icon of trust this past week. Walter Cronkite was known as the “most trusted man in America” and in my half century of life, never heard that disputed. Getting the honest,accurate message out to the people whether it be in the company or the nation is so refreshing, especially in this present age when it seems that no one can be trusted anymore.
Can you be trusted to communicate the facts of a situation without embellishing or spinning the truth? If so, you will be a wise and valued member of the team, much appreciated and esteemed.
Lord, our ability communicate truthfully and accurately is of major importance. Our word and witness go hand in hand. We want to give you glory and honor through our obedience to honestly bear the truth in love to those you have sent our way. Amen
