They have ears, but they hear not; neither is there any breath in their mouths.
Possessing ears and eyes does not guarantee truly hearing and seeing, for people may refuse to hear or see. This holds even for men in positions of trust, who can fail to heed divine warnings and to discern divine work despite repeated evidence. Loyalty to ministers and resistance to difficult arguments can keep people from listening to the warning, and no one can compel them to hear. Contemplating the cross of Christ and the plan of redemption can move the heart to see the wonders of God's law.
Possessing ears and eyes does not guarantee truly hearing and seeing, for people may refuse to hear or see. This holds even for men in positions of trust, who can fail to heed divine warnings and to discern divine work despite repeated evidence. Loyalty to ministers and resistance to difficult arguments can keep people from listening to the warning, and no one can compel them to hear. Contemplating the cross of Christ and the plan of redemption can move the heart to see the wonders of God's law.