Prayer for Wisdom and Discernment: Making Right Choices

✍️ Melkisedeck Leon ShineπŸ“… 2023-07-06 13:40:14πŸ’¬ 140 comments⏱️ ~3 min read
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Dear Heavenly Father,

I come before you today with a humble heart, seeking your wisdom and discernment, for I know that in my own understanding, I am limited. Your Word, in Proverbs 2:6, reminds me that it is you who gives wisdom and from your mouth come knowledge and understanding. Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path, guiding me when I am faced with choices.

Lord Jesus, you are the Way, the Truth, and the Life. I pray that you would grant me clarity in decision-making, so that I may follow your footsteps and walk in righteousness. Help me to discern between right and wrong, and let your truth shine brightly in my heart. Your Word teaches me in James 1:5, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him."

Holy Spirit, I invite you to guide me with your gentle voice. Help me to tune my ears to your whispers, that I may discern your promptings. I acknowledge that your presence resides within me, and with your guidance, I can make wise choices. Your Word reminds me in John 16:13, "When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth."

Father, I surrender my desires and my will to you. I know that your plans for me are far greater than my own. Give me the strength to lay down my own desires and to seek your will above all else. Help me to align my choices with your perfect purpose. Your Word says in Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths."

Loving God, I pray for the wisdom and discernment not only for myself but also for those around me. May my choices reflect your love and may they bring glory to your name. I lift up my family and friends to you, asking for guidance and protection. Grant them the wisdom to make wise decisions in their own lives. Your Word teaches us in Psalm 32:8, "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you."

Thank you, dear God, for your faithfulness and love that never fails. I place my trust in you, knowing that you are the source of all wisdom and discernment. I believe in your goodness and your perfect plan for my life. May my choices honor you and bring light to this world.

In the name of God the Father, the Holy Spirit, and our Lord Jesus Christ, I pray.

Amen.

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Daniel Obura2019-06-02 21:12:39
Trust in His plan.
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Jackson Makori2019-05-25 16:49:02
Faith can move mountains
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Agnes Lowassa2019-05-24 06:14:38
Let your light shine before others
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Ruth Kibona2019-05-21 07:47:53
Faith grows stronger in trials
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Mercy Atieno2019-05-05 22:52:07
πŸ™πŸ’–πŸ’« God is good
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Nancy Kabura2019-04-24 01:05:10
God's promises are always true
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Catherine Naliaka2019-04-03 01:28:44
His mercy is a constant reminder of His love
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Jane Muthui2019-03-30 08:30:05
πŸ™β€οΈπŸ’– May God's blessings be with you
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Patrick Kidata2018-12-26 06:33:06
Walk by faith, not by sight
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Joyce Aoko2018-12-24 11:59:04
πŸ™β€οΈπŸ’– Let us thank God for everything
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Samuel Omondi2018-12-20 07:19:25
In His mercy, God forgives and restores
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Betty Cheruiyot2018-12-14 17:09:23
πŸ™β€οΈβœ¨ May God grant you joy
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James Kimani2018-12-07 10:59:02
πŸ™β€οΈπŸ’– May God's blessings be with you
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Victor Kamau2018-12-05 22:37:48
πŸ™βœ¨ God hear our prayers
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Ann Wambui2018-11-10 07:24:10
Faith grows stronger in trials
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Joseph Njoroge2018-10-31 11:56:30
πŸ™β€οΈ God is our savior
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Peter Mugendi2018-10-29 04:55:51
His mercy endures forever
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Kenneth Murithi2018-07-13 14:57:29
πŸ™βœ¨πŸ’– God will answer your prayers
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Sarah Mbise2018-05-27 05:13:54
In faith, all things are possible
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Ruth Wanjiku2018-04-25 04:08:45
Keep believing, even when it's hard to see the way