Wednesday, June 11, 2014 Encouragement for Today Leah DiPascal JUNE 11, 2014 Lord, I Dont Know What to Do LEAH DIPASCAL Show me the right path, O LORD; point out the road for me to follow. Psalm 25:4 (NLT) Do you ever feel like youre going in circles and not making any progress? At least not the kind of progress you were expecting. Are the constant appeals of our world pulling you in a million different ways, causing you to question if youre headed in the right direction? If youre like me, you have plans and dreams you want to fulfill. But life is confusing at times. And most days it seems like youre just surviving instead of living out those dreams or accomplishing your goals. Numerous distractions. Too many choices. Endless interruptions. There have been days Ive felt like one foot was fixed to the floor, while my other foot scurried in every direction. Expending a lot of energy and mental fatigue, but going nowhere. Can you relate? Wouldnt it be awesome to wake up every morning and be assured youre on the right path towards your goals? To know with certainty that youre headed in the right direction? To feel confident with each step, without constantly questioning yourself? Too many times Ive second-guessed a decision I was confident about. I want so desperately to follow Gods will that Ill pray, but then feel uncertain, not wanting to make a wrong move. I wonder: Maybe this isnt what Im supposed to be doing. Maybe this isnt part of Gods plan for my life. As Ive wrestled with indecision and insecurity, Ive sought Gods Word for help. A few months ago, I found a priceless nugget of truth in the Bible. It addresses our desire for guidance and shows us what to do when we need clear direction. King David composed these words in a beautiful psalm, tucked within the pages of the Old Testament: Show me the right path, O LORD; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you(Psalm 25:4-5). These verses reveal Davids humble and teachable heart. He wanted to be guided by God and led by His truth. David knew God was his Savior and placed all his hope in the One who created the right path for him. We find the answers to Davids request for guidance only a few short passages away. Promises we can claim for our own lives: The LORD is good and does what is right; he shows the proper path to those who go astray. He leads the humble in doing right, teaching them his way. The LORD leads with unfailing love and faithfulness all who keep his covenant and obey his demands (Psalm 25:8-10, NLT). Based on these verses, when our hearts are humble and truly seeking Gods will, we can be confident of this: 1. God will always show us what is right for us. 2. When we get sidetracked, God will direct us back to the right path. 3. We are not alone. God leads and teaches us along the way. 4. God leads those who obey Him with unfailing love and faithfulness. If youre unsure about some things in your life, dont wait another day to figure it out on your own. Ensure your heart is in the right place of humility, and then ask God to help you. Once youve asked, trust that God is directing you. If you know youve gotten on the wrong path, seek God for direction instead of looking to the world for answers. As you take steps to follow and obey Gods voice, He will lovingly show you the way. Months ago I asked the Lord to etch these verses onto my heart and mind, so Id always have them with me — especially on days when I feel like Im going in circles and lacking direction. Today, Im praying these verses over you. Dear Lord, help my friend come to You when shes in need of direction. Remind her that the world cant offer what she deeply longs for, nor does it hold her future, but You certainly do. Thank You for guiding her today. In Jesus Name, Amen. TRUTH FOR TODAY: Psalm 32:8, The LORD says, I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you. (NLT) Psalm 90:17, Let the favor of the LORD our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands upon us; yes, establish the work of our hands! (ESV) RELATED RESOURCES: Visit Leah DiPascals blog to continue this conversation on right directions and sign up for a fun giveaway. Have you ever felt Gods call to write but didnt know where to start? If so, COMPEL monthly writing training can help. Click here for more information. What Happens When Women Say Yes to God Devotional by Lysa TerKeurst offers nuggets of truth and encouragement for living a life of faith. REFLECT AND RESPOND: What area in your life is lacking direction: marriage, parenting, career, health? Find three Scripture verses (relating to that particular area) and personalize them into a prayer as you go to God for guidance. © 2014 by Leah DiPascal. All rights reserved. Proverbs 31 Ministries 630 Team Rd., Suite 100 Matthews, NC 28105 Proverbs31.org
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