THE HEALTHY COLLABO

"Read like you've not prayed, and pray like you've not read" ~ X

This is what I call balance. Exams are close. Deadlines, CA and assignments are flying up and down. It's what I like to call rush hour. Everywhere you turn there is material to cover, notes to revise, slides to go through, and honestly it can feel like your head is carrying the weight of it all.

But in the middle of all this activity, it is important to not just prepare, but to seek God as well.

Sometimes we swing to one extreme. We either read and read and read until our brain is tired and we forget that God cares about even the little details of our lives. Or we pray and pray but refuse to sit down and do the actual work that is before us. Wisdom is knowing that both have their place.

One thing I really admire about David in the Bible is his habit of inquiring of God. Before battles, before decisions, before movements, David would ask the Lord what to do. He played his part well, he showed up, he fought. But he also made sure to go to God first. And because of that, he won many battles.

It reminds me that success is rarely about how big the obstacle is. Most times, it is simply a function of how mighty our God is and how willing we are to do the little part that belongs to us.

Dearest reader, so read your books, do your part, but also pray. Ask God for wisdom, understanding, and peace of mind.

Because truly, it's not about the size of the problem, but the might of our God.

Lastly, if this season feels heavy and your to do list looks like a mountain, remember that you are not alone in it. Do your part diligently, commit your efforts to God, and trust that He is able to carry what you cannot.


@favvy_Okwansđź–¤.

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