Today’s Scripture is Ecclesiastes 5: verse 3.
“For a dream comes through much activity, and a fool’s voice through many words.”
This verse provides insight into the nature of achieving dreams and the pitfalls of idle chatter. Dreams do not materialize out of thin air; they are the result of sustained effort and hard work. This is what Thomas Edison meant when he said, “Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.”
Behind every seemingly effortless achievement lies a vast amount of unseen effort. Another old saying is, “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”
In contrast, the second part of the verse warns us about the emptiness of speaking without action. It is easy to talk about big dreams and plans, but without the diligence to act upon those words, they remain just that—words. This teaches us a valuable lesson about the importance of backing our words with actions.
Whether we’re pursuing personal goals, career advancements, or spiritual growth, the principle of diligence applies. We must put forth genuine effort in all we do. Remember, dreams are realized not merely by what we say, but through our persistent actions.
I’m Lonnie Davis, and this is a thought worth thinking.