YOU CAN EXPERIENCE GOD'S BEST
“Now acquaint yourself with Him, and be at peace; Thereby good will come to you.” Job 22:21
None of us wants to miss the blessings God has planned for us. If asked, we would say we want to receive every one of the gifts He desires to give us. However, because of the choices we make, we often miss our blessings. Israel wandered in the desert for 40 years because they chose not to enter the Promised Land. Though the Israelites were on the brink of tremendous blessing, the leaders forfeited the outpouring of God's goodness, not only for themselves but for the whole nation. (Numbers 13-14)
The Christian life is one of surrender and obedience, not independence and rebellion. To live such a life means bringing our choices to God and being prepared to accept and submit to His will. Remember, His way is always best because it comes out of the goodness of His character.
To choose God's best also requires learning how to listen to Him. Too many times we present our requests and leave before giving God time to answer us. Part of listening is expecting God to speak from His Spirit to ours. Hearing God speak to us is one of the most powerful experiences. The voice of God brings certainty, direction and courage.
God wants you to experience His best this year. He also wants you to be the best you can be. But it will take your willingness to follow His ways, and your obedience to His voice. If you will submit to Him and align your ways to His ways, you will find success and prosperity.
Prayer: Lord, help me surrender to Your will so that your prosperity may come to me.
Scriptural Reading: Job 22:21-30
