LEANING IS GOOD
Read: Proverbs 26:12
"Do you see a man wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him." ( Proverbs 26:12 ) NIV
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Thoughts for Today
Leaning does not come easily to most of us. Today's culture lifts up personal independence as such a virtue that we have developed an "I can do it myself" mentality. We often see leaning as a sign of weakness.
I can deal with this situation myself-I don't need anyone's help. ... I don't have to visit those porno websites-I can stop whenever I want to. ... I don't need any help with my son; he will straighten up. ... I don't want your charity-I am getting along just fine.
Consider this ...
It is OK to lean-in fact, according to the Bible if we are wise we will recognize our need for God's help. And sometimes he sends that help through other people.
Are you dealing with a challenge, a problem, that is causing you frustration and stress? It's a sign of wisdom-not weakness-to ask God for help.
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Father, I have always wanted to feel that I could handle whatever life brings me on my own. I recognize now what a mistake that has been and ask for your help in this situation. In Jesus' name ...
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