May 1, 2009 Asking Advice
Today’s Bible Reading: 1 Chronicles 14–15; Psalm 132; Matthew 18
Scripture Focus:
1 Chronicles 14:10 And David inquired of God, saying, “Shall I go up against the Philistines? Will You deliver them into my hand?” The LORD said to him, “Go up, for I will deliver them into your hand.”
Observation:
David hears that the Philistines have made a raid against Israel. Instead of saying, “Well, that’s it! I’m going after those guys!” David first asks God about it. “Shall I go up against the Philistines? Will You deliver them into my hand?”
The amazing thing is that God gives him a very specific answer: “Go up, for I will deliver them into your hand.”
My first thought is that this seems to be a natural thing for David to do without thinking twice. Usually I wait until I can’t figure out anything else to do before I ask God for direction. And secondly, God answers! Wow!
Of course, God does give us very specific promises that if we ask his advice, he will give it to us. (See James 1: 5)
Application:
Ask God’s advice right away. Expect an answer. When he gives it to you, act on it.
Prayer:
Abba Father, I can think of several things I could use your advice on today. Thanks in advance for the wisdom I know you’ll give me!
