James 1:5-8 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. A double minded man is unstable in all his ways

 

Wisdom has been defined as the best means to the best end.

 

We all face situations in our lives, on a regular basis, in which we need the wisdom that only comes from God.

 

To receive what we need requires: 

 

1. Specificity  - "Let him ask" is repeated twice. Just thinking, talking about or worrying about your need for wisdom is not praying! Praying involves us talking to God about that which is on our hearts.

 

2. Faith  - "ask in faith" Trusting that God wants to and will answer the prayer of His children. God knows the wisdom you need to day. He is willing and able to give it to you.

 

3. Right thinking  - "double minded man" Do not allow your uncertainty about what the next step to make move your mind (and heart) all over the board. So many people allow what they dont' know to cause them to doubt what they do know. II Corinthians 10:5 tells us to bring every thought into captivity.

 

Today - if you need wisdom - let me encourage you to set aside a specific amount of time to pray - a specific place in which to pray - and a specific list of what you are asking for.

 

What we will find is that our loving heavenly Father is waiting - eager - and willing to give us the wisdom we need when we need it!