by Alec Niemi
Over the course of my life I have had the opportunity to travel to many countries and work with many people. Many times these people knew little or no English. And based on my experiences, I have discovered that one of the most over used English words is “yes.” You see, when you ask a question, the answer is usually “yes” even if the person doesn’t understand the question or even have any idea what you are talking about.
I suspect that God is just as frustrated with me when I say “yes” to Him and then don’t do what He wants me to do. Perhaps because I don’t have a clue what He is talking about…although I probably do and just don’t follow through.
I know that He has asked me to present His Son to those I meet and yet I think of all the opportunities I have missed simply because I didn’t say anything.
My prayer for you this week:
I pray that you stand in awe of God and when you make a vow to Him, you do not delay in fulfilling it. Knowing that He has no pleasure in fools; fulfill your vow. And it is better not to vow than to make a vow and not fulfill it. And I pray that you do not let your mouth lead you into sin. And that you do not protest the temple messenger, My vow was a mistake. Why should God be angry at what you say and destroy the work of your hands? Much dreaming and many words are meaningless. Amen.
Ecclesiastes 5:4-7
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