I want to share something that I found deeply insightful—something I hope enlightens us all. In 1 Chronicles 12:32, the Bible says:“From the tribe of Issachar, there were 200 leaders… all these men understood the signs of the times and knew the best course for Israel to take.”Before this verse, the chapter lists the many warriors joining David—men of great strength and skill, trained for battle. But when it comes to the sons of Issachar, it doesn’t talk about physical power or fighting ability. Instead, it highlights their understanding. They weren’t just warriors—they were wise. They discerned the times and knew what Israel should do.This struck me deeply. It didn’t say they had might or military expertise. What made them significant was their insight. They didn’t join the battle just because others did. They aligned themselves with purpose, walking in divine wisdom and discernment. They understood the season and acted accordingly.

This reminded me that it’s not always about having the right skills, strength, or qualifications. We also need God’s wisdom and divine direction. You may have the talent for a job, the capacity for a challenge, or the desire for a new venture—but what is God saying about it? What is His timing? What is His purpose

My prayer is this:

Lord, give me understanding. Open my heart to discern the times and seasons of my life. Help me to know what You want me to do, especially when I face decisions as a parent, a spouse, or in any other role. Guide my actions and direct my focus to what truly matters. Help me not to move without purpose, and teach me to walk in step with Your will. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Another powerful passage is found in Genesis 41:14–32.This is the story of Pharaoh’s dream—the vision of seven lean cows swallowed seven fat ones, and seven scorched heads of grain devoured seven thin, healthly ones. Joseph interprets the dream as two seasons: one of abundance, followed by one of famine.But notice something important: God didn’t just give Joseph the interpretation—He gave him a plan. God didn’t just reveal what was coming; He provided a strategy to preserve lives during the famine.

This teaches us to listen closely to what God is saying in each season. Even in times of abundance, we need divine direction. God always has a plan—even in your current season of comfort, success, or ease. Don’t overlook that. You need to ask: Lord, what are You saying now?

Here is a second prayer to consider:

Lord, help me understand the season I am in. I don’t want to be ignorant, distracted, or disconnected from Your voice. Open the eyes of my heart and my ears to hear You clearly. Help me to walk wisely and plan purposefully.

Proverbs 4:7 says:“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all your getting, get understanding.”Joseph had wisdom to interpret the dreams—but he also had understanding to design a solution.

That’s what I pray for today.Lord, as You grant me wisdom in different areas of my life, give me the understanding to devise plans, the insight to strategize, and the discernment to act. Show me not just what to do—but how, when, and why to do it. In Jesus’ name, amen.