For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death. (Psalm 48:14)
Something to Think About – Rest in the assurance that God has everything worked out for you.
Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! God, please order my steps on today! Give me direction. Guide my mind (thoughts), body (movement) and spirit (soul) each day. Open my spiritual eyes so that I can see the plans you have for me. Open my heart so that I can forgive those who have hurt me in the past. I know that God have an interest in my life. Despite what I may be going through right now, I know that God always have my best interest at heart as He order my steps from day to day. We have to make our requests known to God and build our relationship with Him. As we read and study God’s Word we are reminded of God’s guidance throughout our lives. God is our Heavenly Father and God is our Shepherd who leads us daily. God wants his children to follow the path that leads to joy and contentment. When we pray for God’s guidance and for discernment through the Holy Spirit, we can be rest assured that God will provide wisdom to his children.
The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. (Psalm 37:23)
Here’s some spiritual ways to find genuine Godly guidance within our lives:
• Cleansing – It is important to examine our own lives. What in my life will hinder me from seeing or receiving God’s guidance?
• Surrendering – You have to surrender your will to God and you must bring your will under submission to His.
• Asking – Understand that you can ask anything according to God’s will and he hears your request(s).
• Meditating on God’s Word – God often times use His word to reveal things to His children.
• Believing – Have faith in God and believe that God will answer your prayer. Then, give you the necessary guidance to make it through your situation.
• Waiting – Be patient and remember that it is not our timing, but God’s timing.
• Receiving – God has our best interest at heart so always be prayerful and listen for His response.
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As you can see, there is no need to worry about our next step or about what tomorrow will bring because we know who guides our every step. Remember, don’t rush your day without going into your quiet place to seek guidance from God for every step, every choice, and every decision.
Here’s 5 things to watch for when seeking God’s guidance throughout life:
• Strong fleshly desires – We must ask ourselves, “what’s the will of my Heavenly Father?”
• Wrong counsel – Everyone can offer advice, but they don’t have to suffer the consequences. Go directly to God with your problems asking Him to guide your next step(s).
• Impatience – It’s important to wait patiently for further instructions from God. Don’t rush to move ahead throughout the process.
• Doubt – Don’t never doubt God or think you are not worthy enough to hear from God.
• Pressures of life – There’s external pressures from family and friends. These people don’t know God’s will for your life so be careful not to get trapped. There’s also time pressure. Don’t allow yourself to make quick decisions that may impact your life in negative ways.
TIME FOR REFLECTION
Now, we know as long as we live, troubles will come. Instead of sinking in the sand, let’s prepare ourselves instead. Follow these steps the next time you face a challenge in life or a difficult decision for which you seek God’s guidance.
• Step 1 – Spend time in a quiet place where you can be alone with no distractions.
• Step 2 – Light a candle to set the mood.
• Step 3 – Quiet yourself before God for a few minutes and then thank God for being present with you.
• Step 4 – Then, thank God for blessings in your life. This practice builds confidence that no matter what challenges you face in life, there are still blessings to celebrate.
• Step 5 – Now, make your request known to God. State your challenge and what you need.
• Step 6 – Ask God how you can honor Him in this situation. Pause. Be still and see what comes to you.
• Step 7 – Don’t try to process the thoughts. Just write them down and reflect on them later.
Repeat these steps over a week or so and see what repeating themes or actions emerge. Ask God to show you the next step. Remember, don’t rush to the end result in your mind, just wait for the next step.
JOURNAL PROMPTS
If you meditate on God’s promises and picture them in your life, you won’t settle for anything less than God’s best. – Leon Fontaine
• Write a letter to God thanking Him for ordering your steps and giving you direction.
• Have you ever felt forsaken by God? If so, write about it and reflect on it.
• When have you felt you deserved something you wanted and couldn’t get it?
• The area where I need to put more trust in God is ___________________.
• One lesson I learned from scripture this week is _____________________.
• An act of obedience God is prompting me to take is __________________.
• The most significant area of my life that is not finding its way into my journal is __________________.
LET’S PRAY
Our Father, I want to thank you for your daily guidance. Forgive me for getting ahead of your plans and trying to figure my life out on my own. Teach me how to slow down, stop and listen for your direction. I understand that your ways are perfect. I need you dear God. Thank you for offering gentle grace and mercy throughout this journey called life. You know every decision I need to make and every challenge I face. I need your Holy Spirit to give me strength, wisdom and direction forever. In Jesus’ Mighty Name, Amen.
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS/COMMENTS
God is always ready to listen, to guide, to direct, to protect, and to love His children. How can God order your steps on today? Do you find time to sit in your quiet place to listen for God’s direction and guidance? Do you pray to God often and wait patiently to receive God’s response?
Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!
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I truly enjoyed this blog Latisha! It was just what I was asking God about on my long walk today…then I get home and your blog was in my inbox. THANK YOU
I like that ‘Wrong Counsel’. Lot of truth in that! Everyone can say ‘oh I’d do this if I were you’. Yeah, but you’re not me and I’d be the one paying for the wrong direction.
I love your Blogs!
Thanks for the inspiring post. God truly does direct our steps. We just have to learn how to trust in him even through the most difficult times. Amen
Dwight, so true. If we can only trust God enough to allow Him to comfort us and guide our every step. Peace and blessings!
I love your inspiring words! Faith and hope is something we all could use in our lives!
Holly, so true. Often times we are so busy with LIFE that we forget to increase our faith and hope for greater things. Peace and blessings.
Love your journal prompts. Thank you I needed some inspiration today!
Kim, I am so glad you enjoyed this blog post. Inspiration keeps us smiling and happy always. Peace and blessings.
I am very guilty of not taking reflection time, I truly believe I miss God speaking to me because I can’t be still. Thank you for reminding me.
Tammy, we are all guilty of this my friend that’s why I wrote about it. I never write about anything that I don’t experience. Peace and blessings.
So many gems in this blog post, especially in the section about reflection. It’s taken me a long time to reach a place where I can stop looking for someone to agree with me about bad things are, and just hold on to the Truth that my life is a unique expression of the Divine. Thank you for that beautiful read.
Katherine, thank you for taking the time to read and comment. Our lives are based on learning experiences and I truly believe we learn from one another. Peace and blessings.
Spend time in a quiet place is what I try to do each morning. Praying and reading my Bible. I always include thanks to God for the many blessings in my life. Taking time helps the day to go more smoothly. Thanks for sharing this great information.
Brilliant Post. I love reflecting on everything.
Great post & tips! Really enjoyed. Will reread so I can take some notes.
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Lighting a candle and allowing myself to calm down and relax have been really helpful. I don’t have a lot of alone time with a 10-month-old, but at the very least I can create a calming environment for the both of us to wind down each day.
Lauren, such a wonderful and calming suggestion! Thanks for sharing it here! Peace and blessings!
Impatience is something I have always struggled with! It’s always I want it now and when it doesn’t happen the way I want at that moment I want to question God why. Then it happens when it is supposed to and I’m like ok God I see you working, I get it now. These tips are amazing and I definitely need to rememeber them. Thanks for sharing!
Stacey, I am so glad we crossed paths on today! We all learn differently so continue to ask God for patience and direction! Peace and blessings!
Love this!!! You should make this a devotional on the YouVersion App – would be a great guide to help start off the day in God’s word!!!!
Thank you so much for sharing!
Tisha
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I’ve never heard of the YouVersion App! Thanks for the suggestion and for leaving me a positive blog comment! Peace and blessings!
Beautiful post!
This post is exactly what I needed at this very moment. I can’t even put into words how much it has blessed me. I’m so thankful God saw fit to speak through you to get this message to me.
Be blessed!
Brittany, I am so glad we crossed paths as well. God knows what we need along our journey. Peace and blessings!
A very inspiring post! I struggle to make time for God in the morning with young children needing me from the moment I open my eyes. As they become more independent I hope to do some Bible study where they can see me. I want to be an example to them. One day they may join me!
Nicole, I truly understand. Our children occupy a lot of our waking moments, but try to include spiritual time within your day as well. Good luck!
Oooh I struggle with waiting. i love to work on my time but need to learn to trust in the lord more.
Shay, remember it is a process. Pray about it and allow yourself to just fall into God’s plan for your life.
This post is right on time. I’m going to spend more time being still and meditating before bed and in the mornings. I really need that time with God to just be still.
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Daneisha, so glad to hear that you will spend more time being still and meditating before bed and in the mornings. Let me know how it goes!