It’s not enough to hear. It’s not enough to be moved emotionally. The Holy Spirit may use someone to plant the Word in your heart, but unless you allow Him to grow deep roots of truth within you, you won’t endure.

You can map out your plans and organize your schedule—but God always has the authority to interrupt and redirect. The wise learn to hold their calendars loosely, asking not just what to do next, but why.

Learning to be led by God—to hear His voice, to walk in step with the Spirit—is essential. It doesn’t happen all at once. It’s shaped over time as we respond in obedience, trust when we don’t understand, and learn to stay close to His presence.

God meets us right in the middle of our responsibilities. In the stress. In the strain. And He offers something we desperately need: clarity and wise counsel.