What to do?

I will instruct you and show you the way to go; with my eye on you, I will give counsel.  

Psalm 32:8

“Mom,”, my 18-year-old son, soon to be a graduate, whispered, “I don’t know what to do. I need to you tell me what to do.” There was such desperation in his voice and everything in me wanted to figure this out and fix it for him. In reality, it was not a big thing. But in the moment, it was urgent...especially to him. Hadn’t we spent the last eighteen years teaching him how to weigh things with Scripture, to consider others involved, to seek God’s face and to lead by serving? Yes, we had. But my boy was needing some handholding as we talked through options, obligations and expectations. He came to a perfect decision, and I was grateful to still have opportunities to pour into him.

Oh, how I often have that same desperation. I am so grateful for the promises of God to instruct, to give counsel and to show the way. Don’t you think that perhaps He is happy when I run to him for these things? Don’t you know that though He has been preparing me for this moment, He still holds my hand and helps me see the way?

How about you? Do you run to others for their suggestions or demands when life presents roadblocks or forks in the road? Do you seek input from internet gurus? Do you hold onto the latest cultural tenant? Do you lean toward the easy route?

This is what the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel says: I am the Lord your God, who teaches you for your benefit, who leads you in the way you should go (Isaiah 48:17).

Teach me your way, Lord, and I will live by your truth. Give me an undivided mind to fear your name (Psalm 86:11).

Jill Hardin 

Unless otherwise notated, all Scripture is from the Christian Standard Bible.