Monday, April 26 If any one of you is lacking in wisdom, let him keep asking God, for he gives generously to all.​—Jas. 1:5.

[Áine]

Monday, April 26

If any one of you is lacking in wisdom, let him keep asking God, for he gives generously to all.—Jas. 1:5.

 

Some important decisions we would never change. For example, we stick to our decision to serve Jehovah, and we are determined to be faithful to our marriage mate. (Matt. 16:24; 19:6) Other decisions, though, may need to be adjusted. Why? Because circumstances change. What steps can help us to make the best decisions possible? Pray for wisdom. In some respects, we are all “lacking in wisdom.” So rely on Jehovah both when making a decision and when reviewing that decision. Jehovah will then help you to make wise choices. Do thorough research. Consult God’s Word, read the publications of Jehovah’s organization, and talk to people whom you can trust. (Prov. 20:18) Such research is vital before making a decision to change jobs, to move, or to choose appropriate education to help you support your ministry. w19.11 27 ¶6-8

[Sister Twister]

We also have to be honest with ourselves in making our decisions , the supporting material gives an example of a young brother who prayed to pioneer but got no joy from it , his motives were pleasing his parents rather then pleasing Jehovah , so being honest with ourselves and with Jehovah in our prayers is vital.

[Elnathan]

To make sound decisions, We need to pray for Jehovah‘s Wisdom. Other decisions may require urgent attention but sometimes we might feel that Jehovah doesn’t answer our prayers immediately. James 1:5 says we should keep asking God. Jehovah is not annoyed & will not reproach us when we ask him for wisdom. He gives generously when we pray for wisdom. We must put God’s wisdom to work in our life by acting on His advice found in the Bible & our bible-based publications. 

[Vinnie]

Part of lacking in wisdom is the lack of listening skills because of inexperience . When Jehovah answers our prayers and we don't understand the answer, we may dismiss it because our ears may not have been prepared to receive the answer.  Praying for wisdom is just the first part. Listening and understanding with follow through is the harder part.