Isaiah 30:20-21  ²⁰ Though the Lord may give you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, yet your Teacher will not hide himself any more, but your eyes shall see your Teacher.  ²¹ And when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left, your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.”

When we are dealing with difficult circumstances we don’t know where to turn. We find ourselves turning to many possible solutions even ones that may seem farfetched and dangerous. We will do anything to get out of the situation we are in. Most times we put our hopes on these solutions only to have our hopes dashed as they do not work.

God wants us to know that he is present with us in adversity and affliction. We can bring our concerns to Him. He will listen to our complaints and show compassion in our sorrow.

It will require patient listening on our part. We must be quiet in our mind and heart to hear God’s voice. But as we consider which way to go God will help us. He will help us to think through the possibilities and help us understand when we are thinking of turning the wrong direction. Wait, listen, and you will walk in God’s way.

 O God, we don’t know which way to turn. We are listening for your voice to lead us in the right direction. Please give us the word. Amen.