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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Michael Mboya2016-12-01 07:20:25
πŸ™πŸŒŸβ€οΈ I pray for your well-being
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Grace Minja2016-09-12 23:44:36
πŸ™πŸŒŸβ€οΈ I pray for your well-being
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Charles Mboje2016-08-26 23:50:09
God's love and mercy never fail
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Henry Mollel2016-08-17 03:37:38
Trust in the Lord; He knows the way
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Diana Mumbua2016-06-16 04:17:32
πŸ™πŸ’– I beseech you, God
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Margaret Mahiga2016-06-01 11:06:26
Through Christ, we receive God's abundant mercy
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Nancy Kabura2016-06-01 06:53:05
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still
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Mary Kidata2016-05-12 07:59:07
πŸ™β€οΈ God bless you
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Alice Mwikali2016-04-10 07:51:13
God is faithful; He will never leave you nor forsake you
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Betty Cheruiyot2015-12-22 09:00:38
Faith grows stronger in trials
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Paul Kamau2015-11-28 16:19:55
Strength comes from the Lord
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Nora Lowassa2015-09-13 12:13:34
Even a mustard seed of faith can move mountains
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Lydia Mzindakaya2015-08-24 16:19:49
Keep the faith!
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Henry Sokoine2015-08-07 20:05:39
πŸ™πŸŒŸ May God bring peace
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Joseph Njoroge2015-07-02 09:00:39
Blessings to you and your family.
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Sharon Kibiru2015-06-10 13:14:00
πŸ™πŸ’–πŸ™ May God cover you with love
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Dorothy Majaliwa2015-05-26 08:37:40
Grace and peace be with you.
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Robert Okello2015-05-14 02:58:04
πŸ™βœ¨ May God's grace be with you
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Monica Nyalandu2015-05-10 09:18:58
God is faithful; He will never leave you nor forsake you
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Robert Ndunguru2015-04-15 07:43:15
πŸ™πŸ’– Thank you for your grace, God