OLD STUFF

READING: ECCLESIASTES 1:1-11

Verse 9: “That which has been is what will be, that which is done is what will be done, and there is nothing new under the sun.”

People have discovered the use of natural consequences as an effective way to discipline children.  The idea is that children are trained to make quality decisions by experiencing the results that follow their choices. This is well and good, but as the quote above helps us to understand, it is not new. This concept has been seen before! The reality is that the Lord has been using natural consequences with His people for thousands of years. This is demonstrated in 2 Chronicles 6:23. There the Bible speaks of servants being judged, bringing retribution on the wicked by bringing his way on his own head, and justifying the righteous by giving him according to his righteousness. That is solid godly wisdom that, although it may not use today’s name, does clearly establish that this principle is an ancient expression of the way of the Lord. The Bible once again demonstrates that the best wisdom for our day and for all time, is that wisdom based on the divine practices inspired by our Master, God the Father. That’s a thought – about God’s Word.

RESPONSE

1. What can you name that is considered recent in the world, but that is really a godly principle?

2. Are you aware of any situation that needs application of the Chronicles 6 principle?