How can we trust God's guidance in our responsibilities today? Setting the Scene of 1 Chronicles 26:14 • “The lot for the east gate fell to Shelemiah. Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah, a wise counselor, and the lot for the north gate fell to him.” • Gatekeepers guarded the temple—an essential, God-appointed duty. • Casting lots signified reliance on God’s choice, not human preference. God Orchestrates Our Assignments • The lot “fell” by divine direction (cf. Proverbs 16:33). • Each person received a specific gate, showing God’s precise placement. • Wise counselor Zechariah reminds us that godly wisdom and divine sovereignty work together. Reasons We Can Trust His Guidance Today • His sovereignty hasn’t changed (Malachi 3:6). • He places members in the body “just as He desired” (1 Corinthians 12:18). • Jesus, the Good Shepherd, still leads His sheep (John 10:3-4). • The Spirit indwells and directs every believer (Romans 8:14). Practical Ways to Lean on His Direction • Saturate your mind with Scripture; God’s will never contradicts His Word. • Pray for wisdom—He “gives generously” (James 1:5). • Seek counsel from mature believers, as Zechariah was “a wise counselor.” • Pay attention to providential circumstances; God opens and closes doors (Revelation 3:7). • Move forward in faith; obedience invites further clarity (Psalm 37:23). Confirming Guidance Through Scripture • Proverbs 3:5-6 — Trust and He will make your paths straight. • Psalm 32:8 — “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go.” • Isaiah 30:21 — “This is the way; walk in it.” • Philippians 2:13 — God works in us “to will and to act according to His good purpose.” Living Responsibly Under His Direction • Embrace the role He assigns—big or small—knowing it’s strategic in His plan. • Serve faithfully at your “gate,” recognizing your post protects and blesses others. • Cultivate wisdom like Zechariah so your counsel aligns with God’s purposes. • Rest in His sovereignty; if He chose your station, He supplies the grace to fulfill it. |
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