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- Gary: Sometimes we accept something because the person saying it sounds certain, because we like them, or because their message supports what we already wanted to believe. Other times, we dismiss something before considering it because it challenges us. Ask yourself, am I looking for truth or am I looking for someone to agree with me? That question reaches beyond what you hear at church. When someone tells you that you hurt them, do you consider their words or you immediately build your defense? When your child questions your behavior, do you listen? Or do you hide behind because I'm a parent? When someone challenges your interpretation of scripture, can you open your Bible with humility? Being challenged can feel uncomfortable. That discomfort deserves examination too. It doesn't automatically mean the other person is wrong. The Barons give us a practice that we can follow. Listen carefully, examine what you hear, and let scripture guide your judgment.