Listen

Are any of you wise and understanding? Show that your actions are good with a humble lifestyle that comes from wisdom.

James 3:13

Think

Sometimes it’s helpful to define something by explaining what it is not. Being wise is not about proving yourself. It’s not something you do for praise or recognition, nor is it something to brag about. Wise people don’t focus on a reward or outcome – don’t necessarily act a certain way in order to reach a milestone or achievement.

When your time comes, and all our times do, you won’t necessarily look back at the goal. You’ll look back at the actions you took to get there. It’s wise to put your focus on your actions and live in a way that is sustainable and manageable, find the little things that bring you joy and do those! You don’t need money, cars, material things. They are tempting but temporary. You don’t need the validation of others if you really know that God loves you. Let it happen and enjoy peace.

Alex Flannagan

Pray

Dear God, I come before you with a desire – to live a good life which is pleasing to you. Let the light of your love shine through me that it might shine on others. Through your wisdom, may I avoid the trappings of material possessions and instead find joy in my actions each moment and each day. You give me everything I could possibly need. I thank you in return and honor you by receiving these gifts and sharing them freely with those around me. In your name I pray. Amen.

Go

Go unashamed and proudly, for God made you you.

You are a divine instrument of God’s peace.

No need to overthink it – go and play your song!