I’m Smart Enough, Aren’t I?

Why are some people cocky? They provide the illusion that they are always right, that they’ve had plenty of experience and have the best solution ever! Sure, experience does provide many solutions and answers, but could pride possibly be involved sometimes? The sorrow of Sarai and impatience of Abram caused them to go forward with a plan that brought only pain and trouble to their household. Disbelieving God’s promise that they would birth a son of their own, Sarai suggested that her husband marry her Egyptian handmaiden and raise her son as their own. Abram agreed, and the results have been family squabbles and war ever since.

Many years ago, my husband wanted to leave one employment for another, but the fear associated with that caused me to disagree. My husband even asked for a sign from God. And though “it came to pass,” my fear was very great. One day I listened to a religious radio program and was convicted to surrender everything to God. My heart melted. Kneeling, I prayed the prayer of surrender. Getting up from my knees, the devil again brought fear and turmoil into my heart. Fear took over rational thinking. I convinced my husband not to press forward in the direction he felt God was leading. The results of my know-it-all opinion and decision wreaked havoc on our lives. So much of the pain and results of this unwise fear did not bring peace.

 Praise God, though, He is the Restorer and Repairer of the breach. He can turn pain and poor decisions into something wonderful—He beautifully did so in my life. The Message says:

Trust GOD from the bottom of your heart; don’t try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for GOD’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; he’s the one who will keep you on track. Don’t assume that you know it all. Run to GOD! Run from evil! (Proverbs 3:5, 6)

We can always trust God to provide the answers needed for each situation. If you lack trust and faith, flood your mind with His beautiful promises. Let His power and peace fill your heart to overflowing, so much so that you can allow Him to work things out as He sees best.

 Valerie Hamel Morikone