Tuesday, August 20, 2024

WAITING FOR GUIDANCE

GENESIS 24:21 (MSG)
The man watched, silent. Was this GOD’s answer? Had God made his trip a success or not?

ACTS 13:2-3 (MSG)
One day as they were worshiping God—they were also fasting as they waited for guidance—the Holy Spirit spoke: “Take Barnabas and Saul and commission them for the work I have called them to do.”

So they commissioned them. In that circle of intensity and obedience, of fasting and praying, they laid hands on their heads and sent them off.

SUMMARY SENTENCE
For important decisions, it is important to wait for God's guidance.

DAILY FODDER
When making an important decision, what is your process for waiting on God's guidance?

PRAYER
Why am I in such a hurry, God? I know that everything needful for me will be accomplished in your time and way. Help me to give my full attention to everyone I meet today, knowing each moment is sent by your mercy. Grant that I may even love my enemies as sisters and brothers, through Christ my Lord. Amen. (Daily TextsGround Up Grace edition)

THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
     we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
     so that everything that happens here will align
     with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
     and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. 
Amen.