Pay attention to the wise and discerning around you. They have perspective that penetrates our bias and blind spots. If you ignore their admonishments you may miss God’s best, or at worst spend a long time recovering from a raw deal. Wisdom is a watchman that keeps us from entering into unfit relationships. Beware of those who only want you for their own needs with no regard for the needs of others.
Pay attention so you will not be sucked into a situation that requires prolonged effort down an unproductive path. Cut your losses quickly. Leave the consequences in Christ’s hands. For example, say no to an opportunity that does not seem right, even if the promised results are positive. Pay attention to wise counsel so you will not worry later whether you did the right thing. You maintain discretion and preserve knowledge as you take time to listen and learn.
Above all else, pay attention to the promptings of the Holy Spirit as He is the Almighty’s ambassador in charge of leading us to the way of wisdom. Therefore, watch for His confirmation of right and His conviction of wrong. Pay attention because the Holy Spirit waters wisdom with insight and understanding. Wisdom grows in a life submitted to the guidance of God’s Spirit.
Finally, pay attention to the teaching of your pastor, for they are called and appointed messengers of the Lord. Their role is to relay to you the truth of God; so make sure to attend a house of worship where Christ is worshiped and you are clearly and practically instructed from the Bible. Pastors who are gifted teachers and prayerfully prepare each Sunday present a spiritual smorgasbord so starving souls are satisfied by the wisdom of God. Pay attention to a pastor you respect, who teaches wisdom well, and whom God uses to transform your thinking and behavior.
Our Prayer: Father heighten my spiritual discernment that I might make wise decision and seek wise counsel. Father make me today even more sensitive to the promptings of your Holy Spirit that I might walk in accordance with your will and be in fellowship with those who grow me, and nurture me in my relationship with you. In Jesus name I pray amen.
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Pastor Todd A. Brown
First Baptist of Chesterbrook
1740 Kirby Rd. Mclean Va. 22101
First Baptist of Chesterbrook
1740 Kirby Rd. Mclean Va. 22101
Vision:" Disciples Making a Kingdom Impact"
Mission: Exalting, Evangelizing, Equipping, and Encouraging every soul in Christ
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