December 1           

Arrows of the Almighty

Worthwhile Stuff

“May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.” (Psalm 19:14)

In an old book entitled “By The Way” I found this.  It happened at the end of World War II, a large banquet was held to express appreciation for all the sacrifices so many had made during the war.

  Numerous, long-winded speakers held forth but none could outdo the toastmaster who droned on and on and on.  Finally, after taking up the entire speaker’s time, he finished his presentation and announced, "And now, ladies and gentlemen, our foreign secretary will give his address."

  The secretary stood up and walked to the microphone.  He took his notes out of his jacket pocket, unfolded them, and set them down on the podium.

  Looking up at the people he said, "Dear friends, I have been asked to give my address.  In the two minutes which remain to me, I can do that.  Here is my address: #10 Carlton Gardens, London, England."

  He sat down to appreciative applause.

  I recently saw a plaque in the office of a Christian businessman that expressed a similar sentiment: "Lord, fill my mouth with worthwhile stuff and shut it when I've said enough."

  What a great idea, especially when we are in prayer talking to God.  If we are really interested in a two way conversation with the Almighty we ought to spend at least as much time listening as talking.  Believe me, God does speak to us often, if we are listening.  And it is a true saying that His Words carry intense meaning and creative power, real worthwhile stuff.

  With frankness and honesty not often seen in today's world, the Lord lets us know what we need to know.  Of course, high up on that list would be to know the Savior Himself whose life was the ransom price paid to rescue us. 

  God’s great blessing for people on earth is Himself! 

  “Dear Heavenly Father, may my hearing be as acute as my desire to talk to you.  My I fill my mouth with worthwhile stuff and shut it when I've said enough.  In Jesus' Name, I ask it.  Amen.”