I don't know who painted this wonderful picture but I think this is exactly the truth. God called up an unlikely Gideon to do his work, and he has his protective hand upon him!
Posted on 11/17/2017 5:32:44 PM PST by metmom
“Wisdom is too high for a fool” (Proverbs 24:7).
A fool wants his own way.
There’s no question in my mind that we live in a world of fools. In fact, everyone born into this world comes in with congenital foolishness—otherwise known as the sin nature. Proverbs 22:15 says, “Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child.” Since we live in a world of fools, let’s look at a few of their characteristics.
A fool denies God. Psalm 14:1 says, “The fool has said in his heart, ‘There is no God.’ They are corrupt, they have committed abominable deeds; there is no one who does good.” I call this practical atheism. A fool lives as if there were no God—denying God with his actions.
A fool becomes his own god. Proverbs 12:15 says, “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes.” No man can live without a god. It isn’t a question of, does he worship? It’s a question of, whom does he worship? If a person doesn’t worship the true God, he will worship a false god—which inevitably will be a reflection of himself. He becomes the one who determines truth and error, articulating his own standards for living.
A fool mocks sin. Proverbs 14:9 says, “Fools mock at sin.” Since a fool makes his own rules, he wants to justify his own behavior to make sure he’s going to be all right in the end. He attempts to eliminate sin along with its consequences.
A fool, then, begins by living as if there were no God, substituting himself as god and determining his own style of life. Then he denies the existence of sin because he cannot tolerate guilt.
When God saved you, you stopped your foolishness and became His wise child. Be encouraged, knowing God will continue to help you grow in wisdom through your understanding of and obedience to His Word.
Suggestions for Prayer
Pray for the salvation of a family member, friend, or neighbor who is living foolishly.
For Further Study
Read Matthew 7:24-27. What is the difference between a wise man and a foolish man?
Studying God’s Word ping
I often feel like I am surrounded by fools.
Generally it’s when I’m in a crowd of democrats.
I just keep my mouth shut and swallow hard.
I don't know who painted this wonderful picture but I think this is exactly the truth. God called up an unlikely Gideon to do his work, and he has his protective hand upon him!
I like it.
We’re being tested.
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