As an electronics and communications engineer (ECE) I know that the best mode of a communication system is called bidirectional two-way communication (or full-duplex system). And one of the reasons we exist is because God made us to communicate. He gifted us with languages so that we can express our thoughts in any form, be it in verbal words or in non-verbal sign. Two-way communication is a vital element of any relationship. Relationship grows as communication goes deeper.
God enjoys his relationship with the Godhead and also with human beings. Even after they disobeyed God, we can see from his action how he valued his relationship with them in the Garden. “The LORD God made garments of skin for Adam and his wife and clothed them” (Gen. 3:21). Yes the serpent has deceived them. But they could have not allowed their minds to receive thoughts impressed by him. Notice how the woman’s mind was shaped by deceptive thoughts which led to disobeying God. “When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it.” (Gen. 3:6). Their actions followed their thoughts!
As I observe my life, I got into mess mostly for being impetuous. I would purchase something without thinking how would it affect my budget, which in the end I would regret about it. Being insensitive, I could easily hurt a person by words without thinking how should I have told them carefully. Yet I am thankful to my mother because she always evaluates my character and encourages me to improve at some sort.
Sometimes my fallen humanity tells me to become self-sufficient and self-reliant. I would deliberately neglect God especially when I knew I would go against him. Fortunately, I am humbled by my limited capacity and I would end up frustrated. How can I serve God by disobeying him? I realized how terrible I was whenever I was off the course or making a detour. I desperately need God. He has always been gracious and patient with me.
As I have been constantly evaluating my talk and walk which reflect my relationship with God, I am always encouraged that one day my thoughts will be completely transformed into Christ-likeness. And as I eagerly wait for that appointed time; I am reminded to continually communicate my thoughts to his will and his lordship.
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