April 3
Seeking God’s
Wisdom
"If any of you needs wisdom, you should ask God for it. He will give it to you. God gives freely to everyone and doesn’t find fault."
James 1:5 (NIrV)
Ellie and Marcus sat at their tiny kitchen table late into the night. The apartment was quiet, except for the hum of the refrigerator and the occasional creak of a neighbor’s footsteps above. Ellie twisted her engagement ring around her finger, her expression a mix of longing and fear.
“Marcus, I want to start our family, but… do you think we’re ready?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
Marcus leaned back in his chair, rubbing his temples. “I don’t know, Ellie. Kids are expensive, and this world feels… broken sometimes. What if we can’t provide the life they deserve? What if we fail?”
Their conversation hung heavy in the air. Ellie had always imagined the joy of holding a baby in her arms, of watching their family grow, but the reality felt overwhelming. Rising housing costs, an unstable economy, and an uncertain future loomed like dark clouds over their dreams.
That night, Ellie couldn’t sleep. She sat on the couch with her Bible and opened it to James 1:5, a verse she had underlined years ago. “If any of you needs wisdom, you should ask God for it.” She read the words over and over, letting their simplicity sink in.
The next morning, she shared the verse with Marcus. They decided to pray together, something they hadn’t done often since getting married. Kneeling in their small living room, Marcus voiced their fears and asked God for clarity.
A week later, Marcus received a promotion he hadn’t expected, easing their financial worries. At the same time, Ellie stumbled across an article about trusting God in uncertain times. It reminded her that no situation is perfect, but God is constant and faithful.
As the weeks passed, Ellie and Marcus felt peace growing in their hearts. They weren’t entirely free of worry, but they were confident that God would walk with them through every challenge. They decided to move forward in faith, trusting that God would guide them in their journey to parenthood.
Prayer:
Dear Lord, thank You for being a source of wisdom when we face life’s uncertainties.
Like Ellie and Marcus, we often feel unprepared and overwhelmed by the challenges ahead.
Please remind us to seek You first, trusting in Your guidance and provision.
Give us the courage to step forward in faith, even when the path seems unclear.
Help us to rest in the knowledge that You are with us always.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
