Where do you get your best advice? Are you one to seek advice and counsel? Do you listen to advice?
God told the Psalmist to write: “But my people did not listen to me; Israel did not want me. So I let them go their stubborn way and follow their own advice.” (Psalms 81:11-12 NCV)
Probably the worst way we could go is our own stubborn way. Why?
Because to the core, we are selfish, sinful and in many cases judgemental and unforgiving. Love, kindness, and self-control do not come naturally to us.
How do we know that God’s way is the best way?
The foundation of faith and trust is to understand “and remember” God’s love. He loved us so much, while we did not love him, that he gave us his Son to live, die and be raised from the dead so that our sins would be forgiven, allowing us eternal life in heaven. (John 3:16)
If he loved us this much, why would he give us bad counsel now? To walk with God takes faith, even when it doesn’t make sense.
Solomon once said:
“Trust the Lord with all your heart, and don’t depend on your own understanding. Remember the Lord in all you do, and he will give you success. Don’t depend on your own wisdom. Respect the Lord and refuse to do wrong.” (Proverbs 3:5-7 NCV)
It sounds so simple, so religious, yet it’s the only way to live.
As we think about how to love, relationships, money management, raising children, health - and the list goes on; God gives us a clear path to follow in his word.
However, no one has to follow His ways. He gives us a choice. As He said; “So I let them go their stubborn way.” Following God is not easy and is not natural for us.
Honestly, I don’t trust myself unless I am sure that I’m following God’s way. It’s simple. It’s succesful. It’s fulfilling. And it brings life, eternal life and healing during difficult times.
Maybe it’s a good time to evaluate how you and I make choices. Maybe it’s a good time to learn and keep learning about God’s ways. It’s just wise to walk with God daily.
Maybe it’s time to read our bible, go to church, meet with other believers, maybe even get some new friends. Maybe it’s time for a change.
LORD, we drift so easily. Help me stay in your word. Help me have faith when it doesn’t make sense. Help be believe and believe more. IJNIP amen ♥️
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