April 7, 2024 — Episode #14

Continuing their communication series, Jerry and Becky Drace zero in on listening — arguably the hardest half of any conversation.

They talk about the difference between intentional listening and half-listening, sharing a humorous highway-patrol story about a couple whose bickering revealed exactly who was really in charge in that relationship. They discuss why calm, measured voices tend to command more attention and respect than shouting, pointing to Jesus’s own teaching style as an example, and talk about the challenge of getting both children and spouses to look up from their phones. The episode also touches on family devotion habits, including a longtime practice of a quick morning phone call and prayer with their children no matter where Jerry was traveling.

Topics discussed:

• The difference between hearing and truly listening
• Body language and tone as forms of communication
• Cell phone distractions during conversation
• Soft-spoken versus loud communication styles
• Modeling respectful listening for children
• The value of eating meals together as a family
• Daily phone-call devotions with children while traveling
• Scripture on inclining your ear to wisdom

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