I’m playing in a tennis tournament right now which takes place over the course of three days. The draws are available online, and anyone can watch any match. The wise players, the ones who are interested enough in winning to take every advantage, look closely at the schedule and line ups to see who their opponents may be down the road. And they show up to watch those potential opponents play. They analyze their play for weaknesses and strengths, making notes. Professionals send scouts to watch and learn about their opponents.
In today’s verse, I am given a big clue about how to “win” in life. At the very least, if I want to be successful in life, I should spend some time getting to know the Creator of the universe. What does He like? (Love, humility, making things bloom…) What are His strengths? (Love, patience, forgiveness, omnipotence…) What are His weaknesses? (I don’t see any…)
Fortunately, I don’t have to compete against God! But it would be wise to get to know Him. Learning about God is just the beginning of wisdom though, just a place to start. Beyond that is a whole world of wisdom to uncover as I spend more and more time discovering who this amazing Being is.
Dear God,
Thank you for the invitation to learn about you, to spend time with you, to get to know all about you. I know I will never know all there is to know, but thank you so much for sharing so much. Guide me to continue to seek your wisdom. I know I will never reach the end.
CamDevo 