Message:
Go to God first, not last. In the rush of daily life, it is all too easy to forget this fundamental truth. We often find ourselves looking for solutions to our problems, consulting friends, seeking advice from sources around us, and only turning to God when all else fails. Yet, the call is clear: we should seek God as our first response, not our last resort. He invites us to lean on His understanding, to seek His guidance, and to surrender our burdens to Him at the outset. When God is our first stop, we open our hearts to His wisdom and peace, allowing Him to work in our situations with divine insight. Trusting in Him first can bring clarity to confusion, comfort in distress, and strength in weakness.
As we embrace this principle, let us also be reminded that God is not only a refuge in our crises but also a constant companion in our lives. He longs for a relationship marked by communication, trust, and reliance. It is through this relationship that we grow closer to Him and better understand His will for our lives.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart full of gratitude and humility. Thank You for being ever-present in my life, for inviting me to bring every thought, concern, and joy to You. I acknowledge that often I have acted as though I can manage my life on my own, turning to You only when I feel lost or overwhelmed. Forgive me for my tendency to delay seeking Your guidance. Teach me, Lord, to make You my first priority in all matters, big and small. Help me to seek Your wisdom before relying on my understanding or the opinions of others. I bask in the assurance that when I turn to You, I tap into a wellspring of grace, guidance, and peace that surpasses all human understanding.
I ask that You infuse my heart with the desire to communicate with You daily, to seek Your face not just in times of trouble but in moments of joy and in the mundane routines of life. Open my eyes to recognize the many ways You speak to me, through Your Word, through prayer, and through the gentle nudge of the Holy Spirit. Give me the courage to embrace Your plans for my life, trusting fully that Your ways are higher than my own.
Father, I lay down my worries and fears at Your feet. I acknowledge that You hold the answers that I seek and that You know the path I should take. Guide me in all my decisions and grant me clarity as I navigate the complexities of life. Help me to cultivate a habit of coming to You first before I rush into actions fueled by panic or pressure. May my life be a testament to Your faithfulness as I learn to lean into Your presence with every challenge I face. Fill me with hope, joy, and unwavering faith as I strive to make seeking You my first response. Thank You for loving me so profoundly. In the precious name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.
Jackie
