Point the Way

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Our conversation with God today is centering around Psalm 31. Let's ask God to speak to us through it and then read it together. If something stands out to you, underline it. Think about it. How does it apply to what's going on in your life right now?

Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me. (v. 3)

This is wisdom. If God is the strong bedrock that keeps me secure, I want his help in making my decisions. So many choices. Such an array of paths to take. How will my life be different ten years from now if I choose this path or that one? It can be a paralyzing thought sometimes. If I choose this school or that school for my kids, will it affect the kind of adults they become? Will more happiness come my way if I stay on this career path or should I divert to that one? How will this relationship play out if I pursue it? I don't know the future or the long-term implications of the decisions I make. 

But I know someone who does! God, it is you. I know you have given me my mind to reason, to imagine, to problem-solve. You've given me my intuition to help me know when something feels right and when it doesn't. You've provided me with common sense. But still I know that these tools are all fallible and can potentially be misleading. But you are not, God.

Lord, please lead and guide me in the decisions I am making. Be my compass. May my reasoning and intuition be channeled through the superintending influence of the Holy Spirit. Guide me to decisions that will bring about a future of blessing and joy instead of sorrow and regret. And do this "for the sake of your name"--not just for my own good but for your good intentions and your glory. Let everyone in my life see that your guidance leads to the best places! Amen.

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