Category: Wisdom Prayer

Don’t be tricked, and don’t settle for second best.

How does one value something as intangible as wisdom?

Compare it to the value of precious stones. For example, rubies can be measured in currency or barter value.

In Proverbs 3:13-15 (NKJV) the distinction between the two is clear when it says,

Happy is the man who finds wisdom,

And the man who gains understanding;

For her proceeds are better than the profits of silver,

And her gain than fine gold.

She is more precious than rubies,

And all the things you may desire cannot compare with her.

The quest for godly wisdom leads to an incomparable treasure trove that includes happiness and understanding.

Scripture weighs wisdom on one side and profits of silver, fine gold, and rubies on the other. The latter are found lacking when compared to wisdom.

Wisdom wins; rubies are just rocks.

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Cross-country trips can be fun.

They can also be nerve-racking.

Roadmaps were once a necessity. Today, with phone applications or an old-fashioned Global Positioning System (GPS), travelers just follow the route.

It is not always so easy with life.

Scripture offers an enlightening perspective in Psalm 119:105 (ESV), “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

When in doubt about next steps, open your Bible.

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Naysayers say there is no God. And they go on to say that it is not obvious God created the heavens and the earth.

Scripture has a response to those who doubt the existence of God.

Romans 1:20 (NLT) says, “For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see his invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature. So they have no excuse for not knowing God.”

Take in the full measure of his glory when you gaze upon the stars, feel the warmth of the sun, climb a mountain, sit by a shore, watch a hawk soar, a butterfly flit and flutter, a flower bloom, or hear an oriole sing.

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Why do we pray for God’s wisdom?

Paul provides an example in Colossians 1:8. When he heard about how the Colossians had the love for others that the Holy Spirit gave them, he prayed. Yes, he prayed.

Colossians 1:9 (NLT) proves it. “So we have not stopped praying for you since we first heard about you. We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding.”

Imagine the apostle Paul praying with other prayer warriors for wisdom for fellow believers.

Pray daily for godly wisdom for yourselves, your family, and others.

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“Me? Stop? Never.”

Some people never slow down. They complete a project, and it is quickly on to the next.

That sounds like a good thing, but I want to encourage you to pause and reflect before moving on.

Not only right now, but take a moment to pause at times throughout the day.

Scripture is clear in Psalm 46:10-11 (ESV). God says, “Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth!” And the psalm continues, “The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.”

Stop for a moment and ponder what a mighty God we serve.

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You are not forgotten!

The third verse of the Great Commission
(Matthew 28:18-20 (NIV)), says to teach new disciples: “and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Imagine early missionaries who stepped out of their comfort zone to go and share the Gospel.

Events and circumstances may have shaken their confidence, but they knew they were not alone.

This promise lasts to the end of the age.

You will not be abandoned. Christ is with you.

Thank God for this promise!

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