Let those who are wise understand these things. Let those with discernment listen carefully. The paths of the LORD are true and right, and righteous people live by walking in them. But in those paths sinners stumble and fall. (Hosea 14:9 NLT)
As we begin to take the first steps in our life with God in recovery we need to seek God’s wisdom to discern the right path for us. We need God’s guidance when we are uncertain of the way to take, but we need it even more when we think we know the way. Our approach to any new situation is often swayed by our way of thinking in the past.
Some simple steps we might take in this process are:
ü list the known pros and cons of the choices before us.
ü consider the gifts God has given us.
ü pray and trust that God will direct our steps in the way we are to take.
ü seek guidance from someone who knows us well (perhaps a pastor, priest, parent, counselor) and carefully consider their advice.
We need to make a truthful assessment of our will versus God’s revealed will in each situation, and not allow our imagination or desires to mislead us. God promises to direct our steps as we submit our life to Him.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, My desire is to have understanding of Your ways so that I may have discernment in all I undertake to do. Please guide me in all my ways. Amen
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