Norman and Ruth Peale share adjoining offices...
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Norman and Ruth Peale share adjoining offices at the Foundation for Christian Living in Pawling, New York. Mrs. Peale relates that whenever her husband has a problem he asks her to come to his office. Then Dr. Peale simply says, "I think we should ask for help." Then he prays, "Lord, you know what this problem is. Guide us in the right direction. Make us receptive to your will, and thank you for your help." Then Dr. and Mrs. Peale sit quietly, disposed to the leading of the Holy Spirit.
The Peales were wise enough to understand the truth of Paul's words when he wrote, "Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God." We should always be in conversation with God but especially when we are perplexed. It is in this moment of despair that the comforting presence of our Heavenly Parent is sought; for only the Lord can give us the assurance and guidance that we so desperately seek. Anguished over the day's events and uncertain about tomorrow, we pray and wait patiently for the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
The Peales were wise enough to understand the truth of Paul's words when he wrote, "Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God." We should always be in conversation with God but especially when we are perplexed. It is in this moment of despair that the comforting presence of our Heavenly Parent is sought; for only the Lord can give us the assurance and guidance that we so desperately seek. Anguished over the day's events and uncertain about tomorrow, we pray and wait patiently for the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
