Take It The Lord In Prayer

I have been praying since last evening for a friend of friend of Ayla's. She made a decision that could very well alter the rest of her life. Both Ayla and Anton are familiar with the story, so we won't go into details here. Right now, prayers are necessary. Prayers for this girl's future and life hanging in the balance.

Daddy and I have told our children repeatedly throughout their lives that you are responsible for every single choice you make. The smallest decision could truly affect the rest of your life. Should you do that? Should you go there? Should you say that? Should you try that? And how do you know whether or not you should? We would first and foremost ask you, "What would God have you do? Is it in line with what Scripture teaches? Does it bring glory to your Father?" If you get a no to any of those, the choice is simple. Other questions you can ask are, "Is it kind? Is it helpful? Will it bring someone to Christ?"

We talked to you about the value of just one decision in this blog last December, but hearing about this girl just drove it home once more, and we felt it beared repeating. And it's not just little decisions, but big ones as well. Decisions about future careers, family, location, homes, hobbies, each could change the course of your life. Go to God. Ask Him what you should do. Make sure each and every decision you make is in line with His will for you. Joseph M. Scriven in 1855 wrote a song called What A Friend We Have In Jesus and a line in it says, "What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer." And it is indeed so. You have the opportunity to go to the Creator of the world for guidance, and direction. See to it that you do. It could save you much grief later.

Discussion: Do you think there are any decisions you make that you really don't need to go to God for? Tell of a time when you wish you'd have asked God first before you proceeded with a choice.

Prayer: Lord, we are so grateful to you that you are in control. Help us Father to focus on You and keep our lives plumb with You. Please guide and direct our steps and help us to make wise decisions. In Jesus, Amen.