Think First

"Don't act thoughtlessly, but try to understand what the Lord wants you to do." Ephesians 5:17
As the above Bible verse conveys, we are to think first, then act; yet how many of us do just the opposite, suddenly acting out then thinking about the consequences to our words and actions?Sometimes all it takes is a few moments to ponder the potential results of our deeds before godly wisdom and understanding shines through. In those few brief minutes, we can actually alter the course of our life, or are able to affect someone else's life.

God wants us to be wise, and to not just obtain wisdom, but to actually APPLY it to our mind, heart and spiritual walk. Sometimes, all it takes is a few minutes of stopping and thinking about what God would have you do, rather than what YOU desire to do, before godly wisdom turns on its bright light within your heart.

Think for a moment about how a sudden, blurted out, angry statement can injure a loved one's feelings. Ponder how acting on pure emotion or fleshly urges can destroy a marriage, or wreak havoc on a close friendship.

Today, allow that radiant light to shine in to your life, and may you think before you act so that your life may indeed be blessed.

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Contributed by Melanie Schurr (Copyright (c)2003 Melanie Schurr) Melanie Schurr is author of "Ecstatic Living Ecstatic Loving: How to have more peace and joy in marriage, and life in general by walking in harmony with God," and "Son Salutations: A refreshing collection of modern inspirations for those who seek God each day." For more information, visit her web page at www.angelfire.com/mi/melschurr