"If it is the Lord's will, I hope ... And I trust in the Lord that I myself will ..."

(Philippians 2.19,24 GNB)

Even the Apostle Paul after all his years of faith, at times not so sure of the Lord's will as at other times. It is not surprising that I face the same and more so.

I recently came to an interesting opportunity and with it came trepidation. I do not know if this path is the Lord's will or just my way of dealing with my financial fear. I trust the Lord takes care of me - I will be okay. And at the same time, why is the Lord presenting me with this opportunity?

Is it his will that I take on this opportunity regardless of my trust in his provision? Or on the contrary, is it his will that I reject this opportunity because of my trust in his provision?

What else is involved? This opportunity, if it comes to be, may help me grow as a person and make new friends. Which may (or may not) open new avenues to bless others or serve the Lord.

Maybe that is it - may be I ought to look at this opportunity not as a financial opportunity, but as an opportunity to grow and prepare for something else that God has in store in the future.

Lord,
I am confident in your care
please give me discernment to move forward
according to your will