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encouragement in things that matter |
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Thoughtless Doing
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Saul was getting antsy. His army was disappearing before his eyes. Some ran away, and some found hiding places in caves and tombs and cisterns. Those who remained trembled with fear in recognition of the strength of the Philistine army. While the Israelite army dwindled, the Philistines seemed to outnumber the grains of sand on the seashore. Saul was waiting for Samuel. God’s instruction through His prophet Samuel was for Saul to wait for Samuel’s arrival and subsequent offerings to God, as well as, further instructions. Saul’s nerves were thinning as much as those of his soldiers, but he had enough self-sufficiency left to decide he was capable of doing Samuel’s job, and he proceeded to do just that. Did Saul do such a terrible thing? Apparently, both God and Samuel thought so. Saul’s actions may have looked good to some of his remaining soldiers, but Samuel’s reprimand and God’s punishment showed Saul’s foolishness. Paul admonishes the Ephesian Christians, "Make the most of every opportunity for doing good." Paul also says though, "Don’t act thoughtlessly, but try to understand what the Lord wants you to do." The thoughtless do-er is the foolish do-er. We may react to a situation as Saul did, and do what may even give the appearance of being "good." God does want us to do good, but He has a direction that He wants us to pursue, a response He wants us to give, a service He wants us to render. Sometimes we’re more concerned with doing what looks good, than with doing what God wants us to do. Situations may seem to demand an answer, and without asking God about it, we respond in a way that initially seems right, only to find out that God had a better way. We may weigh our choices, and scarcely take into account what God’s perspective may be. We engage in a hectic schedule of Christian duties, activities, and ministries without asking the question, "What does God want me to do?" Think, believer friend. And thinking necessitates talking with God, and carefully listening for His response. God’s answers are sometimes very personal, so think carefully, and understand what God wants you to do. |
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— Bev |
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