From Calamity to Calm

So many things to do
From planning on how to make them happen
To paying for them too
The build-up in my mind and body
Puts me on the verge of calamity
So I ask, God, why does everything fall on me?

And He answers me
You’d rather not have the capability to lead?
You’d rather not have resources others need?
Calm down and accept the responsibility
You make things worse by worrying

So once the calmness got into me, I started to change the way I think
Rather than complaining, I started thanking
Thanks Lord for my capabilities
Due to worry, sometimes trouble is not real, just perceived
And then thanks that You will help me deal with any thing
From calamity to calm You did bring.

Scripture Reference: Mark 4:37-41
Background

Life can seem overwhelming sometimes when there is so much to do and you have to take the lead in seeing to it being done. It can also seem overbearing when many folks come to you for money. But would you rather not have money? Would you rather not have the mind and capability to lead people? What seems like a burden can actually be a blessing because God has thought so much of you, that He’s trusted you with resources and decisions. He will give you calmness and support when it is needed just like Jesus calmed the sea in Mark 37-41.

Wise Counsel

Something about an asset of mine was just discovered
So, I quickly started to think, is this an asset I should keep
Seems like in the long run, I would lose my money
But how can I dispose of this asset and come out credit clean
So while my mind is racing hastily on how to dispose
God says–don’t make a move until you seek counsel

Slow down and think this thing through
Ask opinion of others who care about you
It’s so many variables, so many scenarios
Digest the information before deciding to dispose

So I ask, how would I know if I have received wise counsel?
I would have prayed about what next steps should be
I would have asked opinions of those who care about me
I would have researched all options carefully
Then

The decision I make won’t be detrimental financially, though a gain I may not receive
It would leave me feeling comfortably
And I will be able to look back and say nothing regretfully
Lord, thanks for counseling me wisely
On how to make the decision that’s best for me

Scripture Reference: Proverbs 11:14, Proverbs 19:20, Proverbs 21:5
Background
Making a major legal decision in a haste can surely lead to complications or put you in a situation of being worse off. Thank God I learned to slow down and seek the advice of others. Proverbs 21:5 cautions us that making a hasty decision can lead to financial ruin whereas taking the time and being diligent can lead to financial gain. Proverbs 11:14 tell us to seek the council of others. Other people can see things we don’t; or they have a different perspective that can be beneficial to our decision making process. And finally Proverbs 19:20 tells us to hear counsel and instruction so that we can make a wise decision. The best counsel is listening to the voice of the Spirit and following its direction.