Ignorance and Knowledge, by Arthur Pink

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Ignorance and Knowledge, by Arthur Pink

"Cast your bread upon the waters, for after many days you will find it again. Give portions to seven, yes to eight—for you do not know what disaster may come upon the land." (Ecclesiastes 11:1-2)

These words enunciate a broad principle which is of general application, intimating our ignorance of future providences. But they also have a more specific meaning, as may be seen from their setting. The context contains an exhortation unto generosity, and cultivating acts of benevolence. For the gardener to cast seed, which he could ill spare, upon a marshy soil, especially if covered by waters; might seem improvident and unwise—but assurance is given him that he shall find it again after many days—the autumn harvest will vindicate his springtide faith and labor. From this, a practical application is made, "Give portions to seven, yes to eight." Do not selfishly hoard up what God has so freely bestowed on you—but distribute a goodly proportion among those who are not so well provided for. Consider the poor and needy and minister to their needs—do not think that it will all be wasted upon them and come to nothing.

To "fear God" is to have a reverential awe of His authority, a filial veneration of His majesty, a heart realization of His omniscience and omnipresence, a soul subjection to His scepter. Those who fear God are regulated by His revealed will, have respect to His commandments, are afraid of displeasing Him. Those who fear God will not trifle with Him, or deliberately act the part of hypocrites. Concerning them, and them only may it be said, "Surely I know it shall be well with them"—well for time and for eternity.

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