The above note on our refrigerator is a reminder to me especially the importance of listening to understand not to reply. Do you have an attitude of gratitude? In this world full of misunderstanding, perhaps we all need to stop and begin to really communicate to understand the other person’s point of view prior to imposing our own opinion on others. Do we get caught up in the heat of the moment and shut down our brains because we are so enraged? Is there any wisdom in human action? I was reading in Matthew 5:1-12 in a version where the word “Blessed” has been replaced with “Happy”. What’s this? I was taught this passage of scripture was called the “B” attitudes. “B” for blessed. So now, do we call them “H” attitudes? I hope not! Where is the wisdom in any human action? Why should we try to change for the sake of change? I suppose there is no money in keeping same ole computer, phone, car, etc. Obsolescence is built into all products so we have to buy more. How many light bulb version do we really need? Last week I referenced Newton’s 3rd law about for every action there is an equal reaction. This week I wanted to continue about human action. Paul asked, “Where are the wise? Where are the legal experts? Where are today’s debaters? Hasn’t God made the wisdom of the world foolish?” (1 Cor. 1:20) My point here is why do we have an attitude that perhaps is not so positive these days? I believe we have sold a bill of goods. We buy more expensive drugs because that is what we are sold because money is to be made on name brand drugs. We upgrade our electronics because we want the newest gadgets. We want control of our situation so when we feel threaten, we react. Is there any wisdom to our human actions? I say no, if we are acting according to earthly influences. I say yes, if we are acting according to the wisdom of the cross. Should we brag about ourselves or brag in the Lord? (1 Cor. 1:31)
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