I love skype, it is such a great way to catch up with friends and family around the world. I really appreciated that we can actually see each other because of technology. . . We might be hours away and even at different time zones, but we can still connect, its almost as good as meeting face to face in person.
One of the greatest benefits [and downfalls] of skype is that i can see myself whilst chatting to the other person. Yes, i know i can click on something and make me go away, but why would i? it is so much fun catching glimpses of my own expression and facial features whilst skyping. Sometimes its awkward because you notice behavioural habits that you didnt know you did...but generally its great insight into yourself and how you behave in a conversation. It's also a great tool cause its fun to pull faces at yourself, yes i am aware that the other person can see me pulling faces and probably thinks i have lost the plot....but come on, you are never too old to pull faces in a mirror [or on skype - or for a photo] ...its great for a laugh.
That means that i am often only half listening to the other person because i am so focused on me. Sometimes i miss a part of the conversation or miss their facial expression that can be a cue simply because i am distracted by myself.
How many of us are like this with God? How many, when we come into his presence, are so consumed with our lives, our stories, our problems, ourselves. . . we are so distracted by ourselves that we dont fully see his face nor hear his words. . . Just some food for thought,
