A PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS

 

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

 

A PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS

 

          The phrase “A penny for your thoughts” is attributed to Sir Thomas More in his book “Four Last Things” written in 1522. Although the exact origin is not clearly documented, it has stood the test of time, continuing to be widely used in the English-speaking world to invite someone to share their thoughts or feelings.

 

          Two very similar Greek words are translated “imaginations” in our verses below. One is logismos which basically means “computation or reasoning” and another is dialogismos which means “internal consideration or debate.” These verses point out the serious nature of our internal thoughts.

 

 

Rom 1:21

21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.

 

2 Cor 10:4-5

4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)

5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;

 

2 Cor 4:3-4

3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost:

4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.

 

          Instantly, we recognize that there is a conference room in our minds. We fantasize about improbable things, scheme about unethical things, and daydream about wistful things. We argue with ourselves and encourage ourselves. We store data and images both real and imaginary.

 

          It is said that an idle mind is the Devil’s workshop! It is also God’s workshop. There the conflict rages for control of our beings. We fall in the direction we are leaning! We are the ultimate master of the mind. We decide and then we act.

 

Prov 4:23

23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.

 

Dear Lord, keep watch over my heart and mind today! Let me yield to your mind and agree with you in all things. AMEN