What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Do
Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD. Psalm 27:14 (NIV)
I am an adult, a senior adult of 73 years and there are still times when I simply don’t know what to do regarding things going on in my life. Having never been here before, there is nothing to compare it to so I must wait for His directions. While I don’t like the waiting, I know that His ways are much better than mine. I tend to jump in with both feet and end up with more of a mess than I started with in the first place. That’s just the human side of me.
I am well aware that we are to Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6). But I still somehow want to help Him. News flash…He does not need my help at all. Do I think I know more about myself than He does? Yes, and being human brings into play that egotistical pride which gets me nowhere.
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you (James 1:5). I want to be wise but when feelings are hurt, I struggle with wanting to get even. After all, I am human!
I can do this! Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken (Psalm 55:22). It seems that when I cast my cares upon Him, there are always strings attached to my cares and I yank them back. Why is it so hard to let go and not retrieve them? Could it be a trust issue? Dependence is difficult for humans.
There are some serious lessons for me to yet learn. But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9).’” But I don’t like being considered a weakling. My desire is to be strong and wise. However, being human means I need His grace not my ego.
There are days when life tires me out! Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28). Yes, I need a nap but more importantly, I need to rest and lean upon Him, letting Him handle things.
So being human means there are still lots of issues to resolve but I don’t have to do it alone. Better yet, I CAN’T!
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your word that tells and teaches us what to do. Give us Your grace and patience to wait upon You. AMEN.