New Direction

 New Direction

A family bible study by Keith M. Craddock

Have you ever felt like you're stuck in a rut, unsure of which direction to take? Maybe you've been praying for guidance, but haven't received a clear answer yet. As believers, we can trust that God is always working in our lives, even when we can't see what's ahead.

Humility and Guidance

In James 4:6, we read:

"But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: 'God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.'"

When we humble ourselves before God, we open ourselves up to His guidance and direction. He gives us more grace, and we can trust that He will lead us in the right path.

Waiting on God

In Psalm 27:14, we read:

"Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord."

Waiting on God can be difficult, but it's a crucial part of trusting in His guidance. When we wait on God, we're showing that we trust in His timing and His plan.

Not Growing Weary

In Galatians 6:9, we read:

"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."

It's easy to get discouraged when we're not seeing the results we want. But God's Word encourages us not to grow weary in doing good. We will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

Being Fully Persuaded

In Romans 4:21, we read:

"Being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised."

Abraham was fully persuaded that God had the power to do what He had promised. We can have that same confidence in God's promises. When we're fully persuaded of God's power and goodness, we can trust that He will lead us in the right direction.

Conclusion

When we're feeling stuck or unsure of which direction to take, we can trust that God is always working in our lives. He gives us more grace when we humble ourselves, and He guides us when we wait on Him. Let us not grow weary in doing good, and let us be fully persuaded of God's power and goodness.

Reflection Questions

What are some areas of your life where you're feeling stuck or unsure of which direction to take?
How can you humble yourself before God and seek His guidance?
What does it mean to you to wait on God and trust in His timing?

Prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for Your guidance and direction in our lives. Help us to humble ourselves before You, to wait on You, and to trust in Your power and goodness. Give us the strength to not grow weary in doing good, and may we be fully persuaded of Your promises. In Jesus' name, Amen