Cell Phone Connection versus Bible Connection

“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” (Proverbs 4:7 K.J.V)

“Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth. Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep thee. Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” Proverbs 4:5-7K.J.V

These days we find it hard to operate without a cell phone. We talk, text, e-mail, and get all sorts of information and entertainment from these computers in our pockets. We look forward to getting a phone that is smarter; with even more applications. Phones come handy in case of any emergency. We panic when we forget it somewhere and have to go back and get it.

There are many ways a cell phone can be compared to the word of God.

When we have a cell phone, we feel connected to others. The Word keeps us connected to God.

A cell phone needs to be charged with electric power. The word needs to be charged through daily reading, reflection, and by prayer that it works in our lives.

Cell phone reception is dependent on the nearest base station. The further we are from the base station the poorer the reception. Buildings and mountains can interrupt the phone signal. Similarly, the further we are in obedience to God’s will, the harder it is to receive his wisdom. Our worldly pursuits and fixations can hinder our reception of the Word.

And just as the Global Positioning System in some phones can pinpoint our location and guide us to our destination, we need to consult the Word of God to help in gauging our position and be guided along the right path. The word of God is our spiritual navigation system.

Let us always carry with us this tool; the Word. Let us always keep it charged and ensure there are no blockages to the signal. We need to consult it often to buoy our faith. Then we will be truly “Connected” as we navigate this uncertain world.

“Connect whatever you do to God. All endeavors, even the best, will come to naught; unless there is God. Even the simplest endeavors, pursued in response to God's calling, can matter forever”.