Scripture Read:  Psalm 111, 112

Key Verse:  Psalm 111:10

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!”

Observation:

God is in Control!  Learning to totally let go and let God handle our challenges is often very hard for us at first.  As we learn to let go, we experience just how awesome God truly is, and learn how unwise it is to distrust Him.  As we experience God’s vastness, we begin to fear Him.  This is not a boogey man or ghost-like fear, but rather a fear of offending or displeasing God; this is the beginning of wisdom. It’s during this time that we receive a better understanding, a stronger sense of God’s presence, and an even greater desire to please only Him!

Application:

Before I had personal relationship with the Lord, I thought that I was in control of everything in my life.  I didn’t seek God’s counsel, and I tried to manipulate and figure my problems out on my own.  After failing time and time again, or succeeding occasionally, but still being dissatisfied, I finally sought after God.  When I did, He improved my situation more than I could have ever imagined.  Like many people, I didn’t surrender control of every aspect of my life; it was just a little bit at first.  The miracles and blessings in my life that God worked were so powerful that I decided to give everything over to Him at long last – He blew my mind!!

It was only after letting go that I was truly at peace.  I felt different, I looked different … I was different. Everything I my life began to take shape:  He gave me a wonderful God-fearing spouse, he made my life at work better, and finally, I felt free!!!!  God was trying to get my attention for a long time, I’m sure. But before that, I was too busy to hear Him.  I’m so thankful for His mercy and His grace!!

Prayer:

God, I thank you for wisdom and discernment.  I thank you for peace. I thank you for getting my attention, and for never giving up on me.  I pray for your Godly wisdom daily. I am committed to stop and listen for your guidance and your direction for my life.  I surrender myself totally to your will and to your way! promises You have for us.  Thank you for allowing us to be in the position that we are in, for the better or for worse.  We love you, and thank you.

By Debbee 217staff team