Prayer Focus-Crossroads of Life

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of Focus, we take a look at seeking God at the crossroads of life.

We all have major decisions to make in life, and seeking God’s wisdom is a good starting place for gaining clarity of God’s will for us.

In Jeremiah 6:16, the LORD says, “Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls.”

The verbs in this verse are descriptive. “Stand” means pausing and waiting on the Lord for His counsel. “Look” means being observant to the options and considering carefully where they may lead us. “Ask” means praying about our decision and seeking God’s will. “Walk” means going forward when God provides clarity about which decision to make. Finding rest for our souls means that we have peace, having the confidence that God is the One who is guiding us.

Seeking God at the crossroads of life is worth examining for a faith-focused life.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com