Friday, July 23 The plans of the diligent surely lead to success.​—Prov. 21:5.

[Áine]

Friday, July 23

The plans of the diligent surely lead to success.—Prov. 21:5.

 

God can give you “the power to act” and carry out a decision. (Phil. 2:13) So pray for the strength to act. Ask Jehovah for his holy spirit to give you the power you need. Continue praying even if an answer to your request seems to be delayed. As Jesus said: “Keep on asking, and it [holy spirit] will be given you.” (Luke 11:9, 13) Also, create a plan. To complete any project you start, you need a plan. Then you need to work according to that plan. Likewise, when you make a decision, list the specific steps you intend to follow to implement that decision. Breaking larger jobs into smaller tasks can help you track your progress more easily. The apostle Paul encouraged the Corinthians to set something aside for their contribution “on the first day of every week” rather than wait and try to collect funds when he arrived. (1 Cor. 16:2) Breaking large jobs into small tasks can also keep you from feeling overwhelmed. w19.11 29 ¶13-14

[Tortuga]

Sometimes we know what needs to be done and hesitate doing it. I really appreciate the practical advice that helps us stay focused and do what we need to do.

[Vinnie]

 How hard and fervently should we be praying? Jesus set the example. In his final hour he prayed three times, and so fervently that the scriptures say his sweat became as  drops of blood. What would it take for us to pray that strongly? Determination and persistence and heart felt no doubt would be key.