Prayer: Seeking Wisdom in Decision-Making

Heavenly Father, I come before You, recognizing that You are the source of all wisdom and understanding. I praise You for Your infinite knowledge, and I am grateful that You are always willing to guide me when I seek Your counsel.

Lord, I confess that there have been times when I have relied on my own understanding rather than seeking Your wisdom. Forgive me for those moments of pride and self-reliance. Your Word in Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds me to trust in You with all my heart and not lean on my understanding. I ask for Your forgiveness and grace to fully depend on You.

Father, I humbly ask for Your wisdom in the decisions I need to make. Your Word in James 1:5 promises that if I lack wisdom, I should ask You, and You will give it generously without finding fault. I ask now for Your guidance and discernment in every aspect of my life, especially in the areas where I am facing uncertainty and confusion.

As I reflect on Your Word, I am reminded that “For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding” (Proverbs 2:6). I meditate on these truths, knowing that true wisdom comes from You alone. I open my heart to receive the insight and direction You have for me.

Lord, grant me clarity in understanding the choices before me. I pray for discernment to recognize the right path, even when it is difficult or unclear. Help me to distinguish Your voice from the noise of the world, and give me the courage to follow where You lead.

I affirm my trust in Your plan, Lord, even when Your wisdom leads me down unexpected paths. I trust in Your perfect timing and Your higher ways, as Isaiah 55:8-9 reminds me: “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord.” I commit to following Your guidance, confident that You know what is best for me.


Thank You, Father, for the wisdom You have already provided in my life. I am grateful for the guidance You have given me in past decisions and for the ways You have shown Your faithfulness. I trust that You will continue to lead me as I seek Your wisdom in all things.

Lord, I commit to seeking Your wisdom continually in every area of my life. I declare my intent to listen for Your voice and to follow Your lead in every decision I make. Guide me, Lord, and help me to walk in Your ways.

I seal this prayer in the powerful name of Jesus, trusting that You hear me and will answer according to Your perfect will. Amen.

By Dave D

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