Small Yet Wise
Posted: Wednesday, April 08, 2009
by Chiradeep
e-Counseling
I was reading Proverbs. A passage drew my attention. I was amazed. The initial verses of that passage says that, Four things are small but extremely wise; and then in the following verses it talks about those four small things and their behaviours which rates them as extremely wise. Lets talk about those small things as follows:
1. Ants:
The passage says that, the ants are of little strength, but they store up food in summer. We always keep our work pending. I am not talking about official work. I am even talking about the family responsibilities & duties. That we fail to fulfill in time.
If I talk spiritual: What about storing our soul for heaven?
2. Conies or Marmots:
the marmots or conies are of little power but they make homes in crags. They believe in strong foundations. They love to stay safe and well protected. Do we build our relationships on strong foundations? What about our relationship with our spouses? Is it rock solid?
Again spirituality: Is Jesus the foundation of our life?
3. Locusts:
locusts have no king but they advance together in ranks. Wow! What discipline & unity. Do all our works properly coordinated and disciplined? Do we have unity in our family members? Do Americans have unity? Do Indians have unity?
Talking about spiritual part: Do we have Christian unity?
4. Lizards (or spiders):
lizards are caught by hand yet they are found in kings palace. Whether it is lizard or spider but both are susceptible yet can be found almost everywhere on this earth. I think it talks about our presence. Two thoughts came to my mind. Firstly, do we make our presence felt? And secondly, how do we make our presence felt? Are we well known for our tolerance or violence?
Trust me for the last time I will talk spiritual: Are we tolerant like Jesus?
This passage is an eye opener for me. And hopefully it will be for you all also. We really need to learn from these four small creatures. They taught me great lessons. I hope it will help you all to learn those lessons.
God bless you.
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More commentsGreat article. Well doneI see your point. We are all so very silly around these creatures.I like the analogys you use.Thanks dude! Wishing a happy & meaningful easter.
hi tc,it is obvious in this article that you are trying to improve upon your writing, and you have done so. it also shows a lot of work in reading, and searching for the right pics, and including them. very nicely done. A+my best regards,sue thomThanks a lot Sue! God bless you. Lastly wishing a happy & meaningful easter.
Very well written! Something to think about for sure.Deb V.Thanks Deb. Wishing a happy & meaningful easter.
Dude, you amaze me. God certainly gave you something to pass on to the rest of us. thank you for being obedient. I am now challenged to be all the more dilligent to be about my Father's business!Blessings to you! TeresaSo sweet of you Teresa! But I know I am not obedient in somany areas of life. So I am learning too. My own article teaches me, as I have mentioned it from God's word. Thanks for your comment. Hows life in easter week? Anyway, wishing you & your family a very happy & meaningful easter.
Thank you for sharing your insights into this passage of Scripture, and reminding us that we need to maintain a good relationship with God.Thanks Danny! Lastly wishing a happy & meaningful easter.
Wonderful analogies Chiradeep. And great pictures as well. Much can be learned and applied from your questions.Thank you for sharing this and again my blessings to you and yours this Easter,Nancy
Wonderful article of comparisons. I loved it. I have been praying for you, Chiradeep--hope you are feeling better.Sandra
Great article. There is a lot we can learn from mother nature if only we took the time.Thanks Sam..for the comment. God bless.
maybe i had by hearted these verses but never knew that it could teach me such big lessons...Thanks a lotThanks for commenting
Sorry, but these verses have a very different meaning.Thanks for commenting...whats the different meaning of it sir? Can you share with us all?
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