A Foolish Definition.

Friday, April 01, 2011
A Foolish Definition. Today is a fairly well-known holiday among those of us who enjoy a good prank from time to time. It’s a day when we can celebrate good old humor…at the expense of someone else. It’s a day when we can get away with saying things some might consider a little “over the top” on any other day of the year. But today it’s totally acceptable. And the reason? Well that’s simple – it’s Groundhog Day! (April fools…it’s really April Fool’s Day.)
So what is a fool, really? Scripture gives us many descriptions, especially in the book of Psalms and Proverbs. One such Scripture says that “The fool has said in his heart, ‘There is no god.’” One could argue, then, that it would be foolish to deny the existence of the One who has made His handiwork so blatantly obvious and evident to us in the world around us. There could be no watch without a watch maker. There could be no car without an assembly line. And there can be no universe without a Creator. But non-Christians aren't the only ones who deny the existence of God. In our lives, believers, we sometimes are communicating to the world that we don't think He exists, either. When we live our lives like He doesn't, even though we believe He does, the world sees different. It’s just that simple.
Scripture also tells us that it’s a fool that gossips and belittles others with their words. The fact of the matter is just simply that it only takes an ounce of wisdom to know when to stop talking. Those who lack said wisdom don’t stop themselves. And the result is broken lives and broken hearts because of their careless, foolish words. Again, it’s just that simple.
To have the Truth right in front of you and continue to deny it is foolish. So today, seek wisdom. God said that if you would “seek Him, you’d find Him.” He also said, “To everyone who lacks wisdom let him ask of God, who gives to all men generously.” Want wisdom? Want to forsake foolishness? Ask God. And that’s no April Fool’s joke.



That’s just a thought, and I welcome yours.
Until next time,
blake

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