People have some needs that are excruciatingly deep. Poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson wrote, Never morning wore to evening, but some heart did break.
We find ourselves in conversation at times with heartbroken friends and may feel at an utter loss to know what to say. How can we speak a word in season to him who is weary, as it says in Isaiah 50:4?
Telling people what human teachers have taught us may have some impact on them. But the most helpful or persuasive words are spoken by those who are taught by the Lord Himself.
Thats why its essential for us to sit at Jesus feet and learn from Him. The more we receive from Him, the more we have to give to others. George MacDonald pictures this time with the Lord as having a chamber in God Himself. He continues: Out of [that] chamber . . . man has to bring revelation and strength for his brethren. This is that for which he was made.
Its through our thoughtful and prayerful Bible study, reading, and quiet meditation that God speaks to our hearts. He gives us the tongue of the learned (Isa. 50:4) so that we have something to share with those who are in the depths of despair.
Bible in One Year: 2 Samuel 6-8; Luke 15:1-10
Good evening, Mayor...hope you had a nice weekend. Thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.