Q: Bishop Houston, I am in an economic crisis. I have prayed and prayed I have admitted where I went wrong, and I have corrected those areas, but I am still in financial trouble. What else can I do?
Thank you for your excellent question.
A: Many are feeling the economic crunch as we try to recover from the pandemic shut down. Recovering from a crisis of any kind isn’t always a quick fix or Jeanie in the bottle remedy. Prudence, insight, and knowledge is the answer. Understanding your predicament is the key to recovery. Proverbs 4:7 (AMP) says, “The beginning of wisdom is: Get [skillful and godly] wisdom [it is preeminent]! And with all your acquiring, get understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation].”
I realize that sounds uncomplicated, but it’s shocking to see how many believers forget to do it when crises come. They get so overwhelmed most of the time they run to every source they feel will point them in the direction that seems correct to repair or resolve their problems.
Beloved, discovering how to slow down a little in certain circumstances, and start commending God for His brilliant work, His covenant of peace, and say no to the evil or crisis that’s trying to take that peace from You. You must stand on your faith and believe that God is with you during your emergency, and He’ll deliver you. Pray and ask God for His wisdom in your crisis. He’ll show you how to meditate and cleverly use your faith. No matter what or how baffling your problem may appear, you can pray with confidence, knowing God will answer it. James 1:5 (AMP) says, “If any of you lacks wisdom [to guide him through a decision or circumstance], he is to ask of [our benevolent] God, who gives to everyone generously and without rebuke or blame, and it will be given to him.”
Not long ago, First Lady Donece and I were facing a complicated situation. It came out of know where. We were perplexed because we didn’t see it coming. To be truthful, I immediately reacted by reciting every scripture and praying every way I could think. But the Holy Spirit stepped in and disconnected “my” actions – “Slow Down.” Now, there’s nothing wrong with affirming scriptures, and it’s beautiful to pray. But in the sudden emergence of the crisis, I missed the principle thing I needed. “WISDOM!!!” Beloved, I lacked wisdom. I needed to settle down and get an understanding and believe everything will be fine. I didn’t have to get so alarmed. All I had to do was pray in the Holy Ghost, and He showed me the perfect will of God. All I had to do is listen to God’s directions.
Today, I’m here to confess to you after several days had gone one morning as I woke God exposed His wisdom to me. I woke up understanding precisely what, who, and how the crisis occurred and HOW TO ADDRESS IT. As a result, First Lady and I have walked away from what meant to be a bad situation into victory – success.
Beloved, I hope my answer has helped you.
Thank you for your question.
Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr.
