Praying Through Changeنموونە

WISDOM

Proverbs is one of the wisdom books of the Old Testament. Many of these wise sayings are written from the perspective of a father passing wisdom to his son. Jewish culture encourages the sharing of wisdom and stories from one generation to the next. Perhaps this father had experienced the consequences of his own foolish choices, and in Proverbs 3, he advises his son to choose the better way.

Ask Yourself:

-Recall a time when you led yourself down the wrong path. What led you to make that decision?

-Which emotions have led you to make foolish decisions? Fear? Anger? Love (or lust)? Shame?

-As you face upcoming change, what choices do you see in front of you? How do you feel about those different choices?

Pause to Pray: Ask God to give you wisdom regarding your choices, changes, and future. Ask for wisdom to discern the conviction of the Holy Spirit versus the lies of the Enemy. Invite the Lord to push back anxiety and fear, replacing it with hope and anticipation as you trust Him to lead you.

Take a Next Step: Do you have a wise “father” figure in your life? A man or woman who listens carefully, counsels prayerfully, and gently helps you sort out your thinking? If so, invite them to discuss the change you’re facing over a cup of coffee or tea. If you don’t feel you have someone like this in your life, reach out to a pastor or leader in your church as a first step.