Vexation

There is so much that troubles the mind today. I would not know where to start.

“Vanity…all is vanity and vexation of spirit…”

Solomon had a way with words. If only I could be one tenth as wise as he…

Every thought that we have, even those of comfort, unless they are from the most high LORD and MASTER, every one is in vain.

Everything vexes the spirit and brings about sorrow and strife.

Anything I could say of a cheery nature, would do your soul no good.

Every thought we have…isn’t that sobering…

We think and reason within ourselves, and to others, justifying or otherwise building a supporting argument for our situation, yet the details have no merit.

We are, in the flesh, unworthy; it is only through the grace and mercy of GOD that our souls might be spared. But that is at HIS discretion, not of our own accord.

That’s not to say we shouldn’t try and aspire to be one of HIS chosen, however, it is only if HE gives us the will and power to try.

Even Solomon in all his wisdom could not turn from the things of flesh to things holy. He did great works to the LORD, but his heart was not in his work.

I was reading the encouragement or chastisement that Job received and thought to myself that it all sounded good, but I was quickly admonished as that thinking is worldly. Job understood that he was guilty of all crimes and sins, as we all are, therefore deserving of punishment. He accepted his condition and made no excuses, confessing to every crime imaginable.

We must accept our lot in life, be thankful for it. But how can we do that if GOD doesn’t give us the heart and mind?

Oh that I could truly mean it when I think and say, “THY will be done.” I’m afraid that those thoughts and prayers are vain and only further condemn me.