Meditation is good, especially when thinking about your prayer life. I pray regularly for a man who is prone to falling. Part of my prayer time is for the Lord to keep this man from falling. That may seem silly to the young and strong, but for others, it’s not.
The Bible encourages believers to boldly speak up for the Lord and others. Being silent has its appropriate moments, but not when sharing the gospel or helping others. The Bible states specifically in each of the gospels and the book of Acts to speak up (Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:47; John 20:21 and Acts 1:8). Some things are worth repeating in scripture; God must think it’s important for His children to share His desire for the world. The Lord reminds us that we need to speak up!
Our most powerful tool is prayer. We have not because we ask not (James 4:3). If you want something, ask. If it’s God’s will, He will supply it.
When Solomon became king, he admitted, “I do not know how to go out or come in…Therefore, give Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people, that I may discern between good and evil” (1 Kings 3:7, 9). If the wisest man on earth needed help, maybe we should pay attention and ask God for help.
The remedy is simple. We cannot do anything productive for the Lord without His help. Let’s be smart enough to humble ourselves and obey the Lord. Stay pure in the Lord’s eyes. It’s hard for us to do so, but with a desire and the boldness to ask, it’s possible. Remember, the above verse, James 4:3, we have not because we ask not.
May the Lord bless you in your spiritual growth for His sake.