So says Commander Data after an emotional apoplectic fit overcomes him in Star Trek Generations.
For just a moment I was reminded of how we as humans can get emotionally out of control in so many situations: ball games, weddings, even in church. And really, those are good places to be emotional, as long as we're not overloading our "positronic relay" - especially in worship settings. Before we know it, we start to mistake emotions for the Spirit. And then we're being led by emotions, aren't we? Our emotions should be a response, not a goal, nor a spiritual indicator.
Play skillfully and shout for joy Psalm 33:3
Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music Ps 98:4
Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God!
How unsearchable his judgments,and his paths beyond tracing out!
“Who has known the mind of the Lord?
Or who has been his counselor?”
“Who has ever given to God,that God should repay him?”
For from him and through him and to him are all things.
To him be the glory forever! Amen. Romans 11:33-36
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