Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Just Tell Me What to Do

I want answers and I want them now. So much of my life seems like a daily mystery, especially when it comes to parenting and business. It feels like as I get older and take on more responsibility that every step I take is out on faith...and I'm not so great, YET, at taking steps without seeing the path in front of me. I want the easy, clear path, even if I have to carve it out myself. That's not always the best route, however. I just recently read Proverbs 2:3-8:

"Cry out for insight and understanding. Search for them as you would for lost money or hidden treasure. Then you will understand what it means to fear the Lord, and you will gain knowledge of God. For the Lord grants wisdom! From his mouth come knowledge and understanding. He grants a treasure of good sense to the godly. He is their shield, protecting those who walk in integrity. He guards the paths of justice and protects those who are faithful to him."

A1, if I want answers, and the right ones, I have to boldly ask ("cry out.") Next, I need a LOT more patience then I am currently using to get answers...I need to search...like, actually spend time looking. (How many days do I go without seeking wisdom in the Scripture? Yikes.) Finally, I need to desperately search, as I would "for lost money." How hard would I be overturning my house if I had lost a twenty dollar bill? My parenting and business skills are way more important and urgent...why don't I overturn God's Word as I would for something of lesser value? The benefits of these habits are endless...Proverbs 2:9-11 go on to say,

"Then you will understand what is right, just, and fair, and you will know how to find the right course of action every time. For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will fill you with joy. Wise planning will watch over you. Understanding will keep you safe."

An answer on how to find answers...

2 comments:

  1. That is good stuff! Maybe a print out of this in some prominent places in our house...like the fridge!

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  2. YOU ARE AMAZING!!!!!! I love you and I'm so glad I took te time to read this! Thanks for posting and keep it up! I am so blessed to have friends that stretch me and inspire me to grow and develop! Smoochies!
    Jillian

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