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Folly Goes to Church

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English: Church of Holy Wisdom, Thessaloniki

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Folly goes to the church building dressed in fine clothes.  He attends the service provided.  He even takes part in the pageantry; making nice to all that is expected of him.  He dresses himself in humility for a time so that all men might understand that folly is acceptable.  Then he retires from that “holy place” sure that he has accomplished his duty to a “holy practice of men”.

One hour or a lengthy two are given as payment for the activity of the week.  He has bought forgiveness and given thanks.  In his eyes he is a rich man.  And people speak well of him because he presents himself for what is right.

Through the next 6 days he does as his heart seems best to do.  He is a religious man.  And he perceives that his religion will keep him well before the eyes of the Most High God.  What he does is based entirely in his understanding of what he heard, what he saw others do, and the praise of his friends.  All is well in folly’s world.  He is free to raise a family as best he can, for he has interpreted Scripture through his own understanding.  Indeed, on earth all is well for folly.

Wisdom goes to the church building dressed in knowledge he does not own.  He attends the service with great joy, as one might feel when coming home from an extended trip.  He is part of the pageantry, for he understands that it is for the good of all that he brings his soul to be accountable for what God has done within him. And “to the building up of others”, wisdom applies his worship.  His clothes of humility are his shining skin, and is never removed.  Then, when the service is over, he presents himself to the God he loves that he, by all means, might serve eternity in this land of shadows.

One hour or two are to him but time spent serving the God who never sleeps.  And payment cannot be given for what he has received.  He has accepted the forgiveness offered him with a contrite heart; knowing all too well that God is the riches of all things.  Whether people speak well of him or beat him about the head, it makes no difference.  For he obeys what he is ordered to accomplish for the glory of He who calls him heavenward.

Through the next 6 days he listens intently to hear what must be done.  And he perceives that he has entrusted his mind, heart, body, and soul, to He who is able to keep him until the day appointed.  What he does is based entirely on the “wisdom he has received”, and those four words are the fullness of his name.  All is well in wisdom’s world, for he is a citizen of a distant country whose language he is learning to speak.  He raises his family as the Lord of Life prescribes.  For the Scriptures have laid out clearly what is good and pure.  Indeed, on earth and heaven, all is well in Wisdom’s life.

Folly Plays a Game of Chess

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Folly? (Photo credit: Bobbytee)

Wisdom and Folly sat down on the lawn; a great green carpet for a great white house.  They had come together to play a game of chess in the warm spring air.  Greetings were exchanged and pleasant words were spoken.  The sun warmed, so very gently, while they sat through the first game.  Folly had won and was pleased with himself.  Wisdom had lost that game.  Yet, joy was the noise that attended them both just the same.

Another round played and wisdom had lost.  Now folly thought well of himself.  Afternoon drifted by with cheering speech loft.  The sun watched intently, both of them having a grand old time on the lawn of that grand old white house.

Six games in all rattled pieces of marble, as they cordially spent a fine day.  “How beautiful it is when good friends gather”, said folly.  And wisdom, with cheer, could to agree.  Six games had been played and folly had bested his new friend every one.  Though some games were close and tension teased folly, the wins made his spirit stand tall.

Evening drew near and it became very clear that the sun was about to retire.  Wisdom thanked his new friend and spoke well of a joy to have played such a worthy opponent of fire.  Folly grinned broadly with eyes sparkling glee;  “I have had such a wonderful day!”  While gladness embraced them, folly rose up to leave, while wisdom remained to put the sun to bed.

Sweet to the heart is a beautiful sunset.  How lovely to do what is good.  Like flight to a Condor, effort not taken.  And height provides a safe rest.

Folly’s steps home danced upon feet without weight.  He had proved himself a man of great mind. In his heart folly gave thanks that his parents had raised such a good man.  There is marvelous joy in accomplishing a good name.  He would surely pass on a grand legacy.  And he would sleep well tonight, for his children would prosper in the way of their father!

Wisdom arose when the sun’s eyes finally shut.  His heart held a firm knowledgeable joy.  He had done what was right and allowed loss to win; knowing the game was a front for the better of both.  He had bested his friend in love’s ways.

As he entered the great white house he passed a small table.  Upon which lay trophies for the game played in the sun.  The trophies appeared to wisdom in the corner of his eye as he passed.  And a smile imperceptible was there, then was gone.

All next day was the ranting great cheer, which folly’s delight held so dear.  Great praise was addressed, and openly taken in ear.  Boast and praise went up like a song all through the day.  All among them performing what was good and expected for such friends so dearly bonded, and wise with gentle cordiality.  Counsel was given and heads nodded “yes”.  Oh how bright the eyes of students can be when they are hungry for what is offered.

Yet wisdom perceived no memory of loss.  Not one flea of sorrow pestered him. Never alone, his two feet took him, “there”.   What is good has just got to be done.  And the new day demands the tender work, heart and hand.  About and about.  Another labor of love to be found, lest the sun sleep in peace all alone.

Vain Superstitions

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We are not called to frolic in the guestimations of the world regarding the Holiness of God.  We are called to join with Him in implementing His will among men.  While men make guesses regarding end times, the “Way”, the nature of Jesus’ salvation and glorification, God remains steady and sure.  He does not shift or change according to the limited understanding of man’s wicked contrivings regarding Holy.  God is.  And it is enough for us to live by the faith He gives each one of us.

Cease your constant wandering and rest.  It is God who works His will in His people.  Do not be swayed by all kinds of foolish words with which man builds his kingdoms.  They speculate about what is true.  It is God’s domain to KNOW what is true.  The one who follows Jesus will lay aside all this foolishness and pick up what is absolute.  God is willing to share wisdom to anyone who will ask.  And He will share this vast resource without judgment of any man’s history or bend toward wickedness.  Only, let us not give in to believing all the short sighted superstitions the world begs us to endure.  Hold firmly to Jesus and the truth He reveals.

Let those who will chase after vain knowledge; knowledge that is puffed up by the mind and wicked heart of man.  It is not the lot of Christians to cave to the foolish of the world around them who do not know the Lord of Glory.

By His Grace.

Dear World

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Dear World:

I see that you are becoming upset at the current state of your ways.  You witness happenings around you that you consider negative toward your desires.  One might even say that you are pondering your current plight with perplexity.  You want your way with all things as you have always wanted them.  And you have been duped by the witness of your ancestors.  They have handed down to you a testimony of greed, corruption, idolatry, immorality, drunkenness, lies, murder, and a seeking after every form of pleasure.  I know you’re worried about being able to continue this legacy.  And I know that in your heart you have a deep desire to pass this “freedom” down to your great grand children.

I have bad news for you.  What you are witnessing is real.  Slowly, your ways (as itemized above) are stripping your future from your hands.  You will lose everything you have sought to gain and keep.  And you will shed great tears as your desires are taken from you.  Yet, not all is lost.

I have good news for you.  Jesus stands ready to receive your repentant and contrite heart as you lose your precious sin.  He offers you eternally good things to replace the toys you have invented for yourself.  You will lose all those toys.  But what He offers you will never lose, if you take Him up on His offer.

You are the creation of God.  He has given you a body and soul.  He provided a place for you to live that you might seek Him and find Him and return worship to His Holy Name.  But you chose to desire the work of your own hand.  The door is closing on you now.  I know you can hear the squeek of massive hinges as the Wind of God slowly closes your world around you.  Turn and be healed.   Continue to rebel and die.

By His Grace.

Needless Death, Yours.

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For those who harbor hatred and an unforgiving spirit toward anyone.  We are told that if we don’t forgive we will not be forgiven.  And in the way of hatred toward others, God has demanded that everyone lay down hatred as if it were a branding iron in an unshielded hand.   But you might say, “You don’t know what was done to me”.   I would respond, “You don’t know what you’ve done to God”.  In God’s eyes, there is no such thing as an innocent victim.  We might have been victimized by someone else.  But we’ve done our own brand of damage to what is Holy and eternal.

Since our eternal home is dependent on these two terms, wouldn’t it be wise to consider the outcome of selfishness?   Jesus will offer forgiveness till your last breath.  After that you will be held accountable for your own actions.  Accepting His gift now will avoid a needless death; yours.

By His Grace.

Hi! My Name is Dugefreed.

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Go to a gathering and you’ll meet people.  Well, isn’t that what gatherings are for?  And maybe you’ll meet Dugefreed.  That’s not really his name.  His parents actually named him Dougespinsman.  Seems he didn’t like that name.  Go figure.

But some will adopt a name for themselves which they think hides them, though they have no right to be called Christian.

by His Grace.