CONNECTING THE DOTS

“Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap,” Galatians 6:7 ESV. This is not that complicated; if I plant an orange seed, I get an orange tree; if I sow love, I get a harvest of love. I have never been a big fan of connect-the-dots puzzles, but refusal to connect the dots in life can be very costly. What I do today has both benefits and consequences in the future, whether I realize the connection or not. After a lifetime of counseling people through difficulties, I conclude, the human capacity to disassociate one thing from another is stunning and dangerous. I’ve seen very bright people foolishly refuse to connect the obvious. When our desire is inflamed, the truth can easily be ignored. Gracious Father help me see through the confusion selfishness activates. Awaken good discernment within me and lead me in the way of life.