Reading and Understanding.

 Reading and Understanding.

 

Sometimes we read things, think about what we read, go back and read it again, remember it, and THEN maybe apply what we have read. Isaiah 3:12: As for my people, children are their oppressors, and women rule over them. O my people, they which lead thee cause thee to err, and destroy the way of thy paths.

 

My father-in-law used to point out the scriptures which showed that our taxes were stripping the poor of the very necessities of life. And sure enough: The Lord will enter into judgment with the ancients of his people, and the princes thereof; for ye have eaten up the vineyard; the spoil of the poor is in your houses. What mean ye that ye beat my people to pieces, and grind the faces of the poor? Saith the Lord God of hosts.

 

My daughter and the old woman were talking about the waste and the lack of using the precious resources in our land for the benefit of all—but especially for the poor. Don’t remember exactly where, but there is an organization called Gleaners that helps farmers use the stuff that is left over in their fields for those who can’t afford food. We were reminded of Ruth and Naomi gleaning the fields. Not sure that happens anywhere now.

 

So many scriptures are being fulfilled today. Maybe this is nothing new to an extent, but some of us are certainly more aware of the fulfillment. Probably because of a situation nearby in which a woman left her husband recently and tried to make him out as an abuser, but it occurs to me more and more that a marriage partner should not be abusive in any way, form, or fashion. If a marriage includes children from a previous marriage, it is especially important not to abuse the wife or husband in the manner of bad mouthing a child that is loved by the partner. This type of abuse is never justifiable! Right now, my prayers are with a woman whose husband needs his butt kicked or his plow cleaned! Such a disappointing lack of character in this man!

 

Character is created by thoughts, then actions, and then habits. We begin our habits as children. Sadly, not every child can be praised enough to understand that doing things right the first time makes a person more likable, more receptive to understanding the habits of others. We learn to be sociable by listening and appreciating the differences between the way we see things and the way others see the same things. But we need to notice what is going on with others and not be too self-centered. Sometimes we only see our way. It is good that God gives us a reality check once in a while. The best way to get that reality check is to read His word.

 

My thoughts are varied tonight just like the weather. Guess the wind affects even thoughts. It’s not just Texas, though. The entire world is tumbling around like a tumbleweed uprooted by heat and wind. May God give us a steady mind and a willing heart to love and care.

 

Rest well, my friends. You are loved.