I read the little quip many quote, “Jack of all trades; master of none.” But originally, I understand, it was, “Jack of all trades; master of one.” Though I am sure the former is true in some lives. Paul said, “…this one thing I do…” Not that it was the only thing he did, but at that time, all other things were subservient to the one thing. It’s the same principle as when Jesus remarked to Martha that “…one thing is needful.” That was, at that particular moment. I doubt many of us can do two things well at the same time. Usually you will sacrifice one for the other.
It can be dangerous in certain situations to try and attempt two things in unison. Crossing a busy intersection, no one would argue, you can chew gum and walk at the same time. But I would strongly advise keeping your mind on the latter! I asked an old Irish evangelist once if a person could have more than one gift. His reply was in the affirmative. But he added; only one will be functional at a time. For example, you don’t preach and play the piano at the same time. If you do, one gift will suffer, and so will the people listening.
Let us give our complete attention to what’s at hand. Whether it be playing with our children, studying, fellowship, work, etc. Any butcher knows this truth. Some have sacrificed their fingers, because they didn’t pay attention to that which was at hand. May God help us not to lose something precious because we did not give it proper attention.
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