How many times have you been faced with a situation or problem and you were ready to take action, only to discover you didn't know what to do? You prayed but you heard nothing; there was no strong desire to do any particular thing. Could it be that there is nothing for you to do? As women, we have a subconcious desire to fix everything; to make it right for everyone around us. But is that God's will? Sometimes He allows the problem or situation to come so that you can ask HIM to do something about it. We don't have all the answers, but He does. Because God is all-seeing and all-knowing, He alone knows what type of action is required for each situation.
For example, if you have a loved one with an alcohol problem, you cannot force that person into rehab. If they are not willing to get help, they will not be rehabilitated anyway. It can be extremely frustrating, especially if this is a long-term problem. You want to see that person healed, but they just don't seem to want it for themselves. But instead of beating your head against the wall for someone else's problem, ask God to help you see it from His perspective. You will feel a weight being lifted as you take the focus off of your frustrations and see the alcoholism as a stronghold for that loved one. Your words will go from anger to a desire to see God's healing power take over and destroy that stronghold. God may not want you to do anything except pray. So just go with the "flow."
Whatever the situation - loved one's addiction, a friend's impending divorce or a negative work situation - turn to the all-seeing God for your instructions. He's the perfect Commander-in-Chief because He will never lead you astray.
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