Matthew 12:35. “A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.” ABUNDANCE OF THE HEART. A vault lies deep within the guardhouse of my soul. Words read, heard and expressed take their place – On their shelf in the treasure-house they remain – forever. Thoughts make their way continuously – Sometimes orderly, other times scattered – but constantly, In a place of their own, they wait there, and wait, and wait. Actions done, leave indelible impressions – motives behind them – They line up in endless rows and take their places – waiting. Attitudes that express themselves on my face or hands – Body-language is waiting for its turn to show its power. Impressions: quick like flash-bulbs, others slow and invasive Move into their places in the assigned recesses of my heart. On and on they come; day after day in unceasing lines They enter through the senses and take their places. The heart-soul expands and receives each one – good or evil. What am I to do? How am I to get and keep control of all these? Is there some way to sort and sift all that enters into this guardhouse?
Clearly there are choices to be made – outward choices. Choices for good or evil, choices that affect me – and others; That bless or curse, that bring good or evil. An opportunity is here: open the store-house; Draw from the resources that lie within awaiting usage. Don’t hesitate: act in haste; the need is here and now. Understanding from words – come forth! Thoughts now in orderly fashion – make your presence known! Past experiences that apply to this situation – act quickly! Attitudes that have been cultivated – assess the situation! Body-language – get out there and do your thing. You’re needed! Impressions learned by past similarities – give some guidance! Meet this present need. We need some “good things.” Here, in this place, at this time, we need them NOW!
“Father God, I know every day is a new day and every situation is a new one. I pray that I am ready to respond as the need requires. I sincerely want whatever comes forth to be good and godly. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”