"But without thy mind would I do nothing." Paul had a good mind, but he did not presume to know Philemon's mind concerning this most important matter. The great apostle would do nothing without first getting his friend's consent. He would not move forward until he had Philemon's permission. His friend's desire would be his command.
How this should shame us when it comes to our dealings with our Heavenly Friend. We use our carnal ingenuity and flawed understanding in the decisions of life without ever seeking the mind of Christ. And then we wonder why our thinking led us into a fruitless wilderness instead of a fruitful Canaan.
In olden times, it was the wise country mother who told her children she could do nothing until first finding out what their father's mind was concerning their wishes. We all would be wise to emulate her.
The mind of God is to be found only in the Word of God.
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