A prayer for grace as you navigate life

“Whatever you do, work from the heart, as for the Lord and not for men”. - Colossians 3:23

I remember several years ago when I taught my children to drive. Talk about nerve-wracking! Sitting in the passenger seat, I felt absolutely helpless. All I could do was give them guidance and allow them to follow it. And when they started driving alone, I don't think I slept for days!

Now, when it comes to teaching kids to drive, you can do it in two ways. You can start by showing them the first aid kit, map, insurance card, and where to put the Starbucks while the car is moving. Or (the best way), you can let them start driving and show them what to do along the way.

God wants us to know how to lead life. One way he could have taught us is to tell us exactly how to respond to any situation that might arise. All we would have to do is memorize your instructions and we would be fine.

But how to lead, God knows the best way to learn is to go out and experience life on your own, walking by the Spirit and listening to it as we go. So if you want to get the most out of life, live teachable. Let the Holy Spirit guide your steps and you will learn how to excel in every aspect of life!

Dear Lord, allow us to take every experience we possess and use it for good on this lifelong journey. Teach us to be wise and to use this wisdom for your glory. Teach us to strive for excellence in everything we do. May our actions always be right and our hearts always be sensitive to your voice. Amen