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Navigating Life's Corn Maze: God's Wisdom as Our Guide "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him." - James 1:5 (KJV) Imagine being trapped in the world's largest corn maze. You turn left, then right, then left again, becoming increasingly disoriented. Just when you think you've found the way out, you realize you've been here before. It's frustrating, confusing, and maybe even a little scary. Life can often feel like that corn maze. We face decisions, challenges, and obstacles that leave us feeling lost and uncertain. We might rely on our own understanding, consult worldly wisdom, or even resort to superstitious practices to find our way. But just like in that corn maze, these methods often leave us more confused than when we started. In the book of Daniel, we see King Nebuchadnezzar facing his own metaphorical corn maze. He had a troubling dream he couldn't remember, let alone understand. He turned to his wise men, astrologers, and soothsayers for answers, but they were just as lost as he was. It wasn't until Daniel, a man who relied on God's wisdom, stepped in that the mystery was solved. Daniel didn't stay up all night trying to figure out the dream. Instead, he and his friends went to God in prayer. As it says in Daniel 2:19, "Then was the secret revealed unto Daniel in a night vision. Then Daniel blessed the God of heaven." Daniel recognized that true wisdom comes from God alone. In our own lives, we often try to navigate our challenges using worldly wisdom or our own limited understanding. We might consult self-help books, seek advice from well-meaning friends, or even resort to superstitious practices. But like Nebuchadnezzar's wise men, these sources often fall short. The truth is, God is our ultimate source of wisdom. He sees the entire maze from above, just like a drone flying over a corn maze. He knows every twist and turn, every dead end, and the path that leads to freedom. When we humble ourselves and seek His guidance, He's ready and willing to provide the wisdom we need. James 1:5 reminds us, "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him." God doesn't scold us for asking; He generously gives wisdom to all who seek it. So the next time you feel lost in life's corn maze, remember: 1. Recognize your need for divine wisdom. 2. Humble yourself before God. 3. Ask Him sincerely for guidance. 4. Trust that He will provide the wisdom you need. Let's approach life's challenges not with fear or confusion, but with confidence that we have access to the ultimate source of wisdom. With God as our guide, we can navigate even the most complex mazes of life and find our way to His perfect will. Prayer: Heavenly Father, we thank You for being our source of true wisdom. Help us to remember to turn to You first when we face life's challenges. Give us the humility to recognize our own limitations and the faith to trust in Your perfect guidance. In Jesus' name, Amen.