Make 2014 a year of Sharing
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” – James 4:10
“I’ve got it”, he says as is often the
case when my son thinks he is big enough to do something by himself. This is often followed by the comment,
“Daddy, could you maybe just give me a little help.” This reminds me so much of myself in life, as
I deal with problems that come along with working too much, raising a family,
paying the bills and trying to be a good husband and father.
When do you turn to God for help? If you’re like me and struggle with the issue of self confidence and pride, than it is typically after you have exhausted all of your own means to solve the problem. I’ve often thought about how much pain, aggravation and time I could have saved if I had just gone to God earlier in any particular situation. Why does it seem that we always wait until the very last minute before asking God for help?
God tells us to bring all things before Him and He will direct our paths. In Jeremiah 10:23 it says, “I know, O LORD, that a man’s life is not his own; it is not for man to direct his steps.” Yet, inherent in each of us is the knowledge and wisdom, above all other created things, to think for ourselves and solve problems in life. In general people do not want to be dependent on anyone or anything. It is something that happens during our adolescent years. As a child we are dependent upon our parents, or caregivers, for food, shelter and love. There comes a point as teenagers though where arrogance and self reliance kick in. It’s at this time, we begin believing, right or wrong, that we no longer need adult supervision. This independence can lead young adults to the point in life where they no longer look to others help, including the Lord.
Proverbs 18:10 tells us, “The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe” We are designed by God to be reliant upon Him. We have trouble in life because it gives us the ability to humble ourselves and turn to God for help, and He promises us throughout the scriptures that He will be our strong tower and refuge during the storms in our lives. Put aside the arrogance of thinking you can solve these problems on your own, and accept that God wants to help you. Yes, even with the small things in life that you think you can do by yourself. His desire is for you to realize that you can rely on Him for your every need.
When do you turn to God for help? If you’re like me and struggle with the issue of self confidence and pride, than it is typically after you have exhausted all of your own means to solve the problem. I’ve often thought about how much pain, aggravation and time I could have saved if I had just gone to God earlier in any particular situation. Why does it seem that we always wait until the very last minute before asking God for help?
God tells us to bring all things before Him and He will direct our paths. In Jeremiah 10:23 it says, “I know, O LORD, that a man’s life is not his own; it is not for man to direct his steps.” Yet, inherent in each of us is the knowledge and wisdom, above all other created things, to think for ourselves and solve problems in life. In general people do not want to be dependent on anyone or anything. It is something that happens during our adolescent years. As a child we are dependent upon our parents, or caregivers, for food, shelter and love. There comes a point as teenagers though where arrogance and self reliance kick in. It’s at this time, we begin believing, right or wrong, that we no longer need adult supervision. This independence can lead young adults to the point in life where they no longer look to others help, including the Lord.
Proverbs 18:10 tells us, “The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe” We are designed by God to be reliant upon Him. We have trouble in life because it gives us the ability to humble ourselves and turn to God for help, and He promises us throughout the scriptures that He will be our strong tower and refuge during the storms in our lives. Put aside the arrogance of thinking you can solve these problems on your own, and accept that God wants to help you. Yes, even with the small things in life that you think you can do by yourself. His desire is for you to realize that you can rely on Him for your every need.
Prayer:
Loving Father,
Loving Father,
You are our refuge in times of trouble and trials in our life. As it states in Proverbs we run to You and
will be protected. Help us to break down
the pride, arrogance and self reliance that keeps us from You. Strengthen us with Your mighty word that we
will come to trust You more and realize that through You we can do all
things. I look to You for my strength
and courage, and my ever present power to solve life’s problems. In Your name we pray - Amen
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