The Foolish Response

Lessons from Psalms: 12

“The fool has said in his heart, ‘There is no God’.” Psalm 14:1

By the definition of this verse there are not very many foolish people. People all over the world say they believe in a god. Some of them try to equate their god with God; but at every turn the comparison fails. They would still say, however, that they believe in God. If we were to boil down the numbers of people who actually don’t believe in a god, then we would be left with few foolish people in the world. If we were to take away those who believe in pagan gods who do not equal God the Father Almighty maker of heaven and earth, then the number of fools would greatly increase. But what if we take another look at this verse?

In Bibles that are literal translations we find that two words in this verse are in italics meaning that they have been added by the translator. Those words are “There is”. So, without those words the verse reads, “The fools says in his heart, “No, God”. Now how many people does that include? How many times do we say “No” to God when He tells us what to do? How many times do we say, “No” to God when He calls upon us to hear His still small voice? David says that it is foolish to say “No” to God at any time. Let us not act foolishly. Let us listen to God and say with Samuel, “Speak, Lord, for thy servant is listening.”

Dear Father, We thank You that You do speak to us in Your word. Help us to act wisely and listen to what You say and then do it. Amen. 

You can contact me and find inspiring Christian books at my website: www.davidccraig.net

If you don’t already subscribe to this blog, you can do so and receive it each day M-F by choosing the Abundant Grace section on my website and signing up for free delivery every day.