First Things First - Neh. 8:2, 3; Acts 1:14, 4

"So on Oct. 8 Ezra the priest brought the scroll of the law before the assembly... All the peole paid close attention..." Neh. 8:2, 3

"They all met together continually for prayer... 'Do not leave Jerusalem until the Father sends you what he promised.'" Acts 1:14, 4

Traumatic and emotional events had just occurred in both of today's readings. In neither case did the people just go back to "life as usual, " or take next steps that "appeared logical" based on man's wisdom. They looked to God first and sought HIS wisdom. Jesus even said it in his own words, "Do not leave Jerusalem until the Father sends you what he promised." In other words, "WAIT FOR ME." How good is that advice?! Do we put fist things first and seek God before acting? Or just do what "seems" wise at the moment? We know where the wisdom of man leads...

God, give me the patience to wait for you.

Today's reading: Neh. 7, 8; Acts 1