The First Day

Let’s see.  I’ve had my bran cereal.  My coffee is standing at attention, ready to perk me up.  I’ve packed my lunch.  Retrieved my cell phone from the charger.  I’m ready.  No, I’m not ready.  I recall the words of the writer of the Proverbs, perhaps in answer to the question:  “How do I achieve success?”  He explained it this way:  “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.  In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”  Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV

May these words encourage and strengthen you for whatever tasks lie before you, whether you’re starting a new job, or going to an “old” job in a rut that’s been worn deep in many years of daily routine.  Perhaps you are struggling with decisions that must be made, critical, serious, decisions.  My best advice for what it’s worth, (from this middle-aged person walking through new doors today), is to make them while NOT “leaning on your own understanding.”  If you are able to do that, then what follows is certainly true:  “Then you will understand what is right and just and fair-every good path.  For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.  Discretion will protect you, and understanding will guard your ways.”  Proverbs 2:9-11 NIV
Have a great day!