Divine Assistance
Monday, January 8
Divine Assistance
And may the Lord our God show us his approval and make our efforts successful. Yes, make our efforts successful! Psalm 90:17
In the pursuit of our endeavors, we often yearn for a divine seal of approval, a confirmation from the Lord that our efforts align with His purpose. It takes wisdom to know that we should always seek the approval of God. Psalm 90:17 beautifully encapsulates this desire. It’s a prayer for more than mere success; it’s a plea for the Lord to be intimately involved in every facet of our endeavors.
The psalmist acknowledges that true success is not solely measured by external achievements but by the alignment of our efforts with God’s will. As we embark on our various paths, we yearn for more than temporal accomplishments; we yearn for the profound satisfaction of knowing that our work finds favor in the eyes of our Creator.
Beyond seeking approval, the psalmist implores the Lord to actively contribute to the success of our endeavors. The verse concludes with a resounding affirmation: “Yes, make our efforts successful!” This two-fold blessing encapsulates the heart of our aspirations. We desire not only the acknowledgment of our labor by the Creator but also His transformative touch that propels our efforts into realms of success we could not achieve on our own.
It’s an acknowledgment that, in our own strength, our achievements are limited, but with divine intervention, our efforts can transcend the ordinary. The prayer echoes the sentiment that success is not a solo journey but a collaborative effort with the Almighty.
Prayer for today: Heavenly Father, as we navigate the intricate tapestry of life, we earnestly seek Your divine approval. Illuminate our paths and grant us the wisdom to align our efforts with Your will. In our pursuit of success, be our guide and active participant, making our endeavors fruitful beyond measure. May our lives reflect the glory of Your approval and the success that flows from Your divine hand. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.