The Work Of Wisdom

Ecclesiastes 7:10

"Say not thou, What is the cause that the former

days were better than these? for thou dost

not inquire wisely concerning this." 

       We’ve all been there. At the start of a diet and then several weeks into it, it's over. At the beginning of a new initiative and then a few months later, gotten no where. The moment we make a decision to make a significant change and then a year down the line, the big change fissile's out. When we start something new, whether it’s a do-it-yourself home project or a change in lifestyle, we are filled with excitement and motivation in the beginning.

       However, the inspiration is hard to sustain, and we often find ourselves out of steam later on. The initial excitement has worn off and all that’s left is the hard work. Yet, truly, that moment is the most defining of all. If we can persevere when inspiration has worn off, we will conclude with even more excitement and joy than when we began.

       Do not say, "Why were the old days better than these?’ those days were not out of wisdom."  Those first days of inspiration were a gift from God, to get you going and started. However, those actions were not the product of hard work and thought. Now, it’s time to reclaim "good days," but this time through your own sweat and perseverance based on your wisdom and determination.

       When the passion wears off and we get depressed, that’s precisely when it’s time to press on. God might gift us with excitement at the start of something new in order to get us moving, but it’s up to us to carry on when things get tough. If you are going through a slump or feel that you are lacking the passion you once had, don’t get down. Instead of acting from passion, lead with wisdom until you reach your goal and reclaim even more inspiration than before. 

Amen!!

Ref: (HG SB)

May God Bless You

And Your Family

Minister Robert Lail Sr.

The Cross Life Ministry