The Opened Ear
Introduction The story of the opened ear begins at the doorpost of Exodus, where a servant willingly submits to the Master’s claim of love and belonging. The piercing of the ear is not an act of bondage but an act of devotion, a sign that the servant has found a household worth remaining in forever. It is the mark of covenant loyalty, the symbol of a heart that has heard the voice of the Lord and responded with willing obedience. Scripture says, “If ye love Me, keep My commandments” (John 14:15), a verse that reflects the devotion behind the pierced‑ear ritual. This ritual, simple in form yet profound in meaning, becomes the seed of a pattern that unfolds across the pages of Scripture. God opens ears without dividing His gifts by gender; spiritual hearing belongs to all who follow Him. Joel declared that God would pour out His Spirit upon all flesh, opening ears and giving revelation to sons and daughters, servants and handmaids alike. The household God is building is wide, gene...