Lessons From the Wise Woman of Abel
A wise woman called from the city, “Listen! Listen! Tell Joab to come here so I can speak to him.” He came toward her, and she asked, “Are you Joab?” “I am,” he answered.—2 Samuel 20:16–17 (NIV)
Then Jesus placed His hands on the man’s eyes again, and his eyes were opened. His sight was completely restored, and he could see everything clearly.—Mark 8:25 (NLT)
When you read the Bible, Jesus is improving your spiritual eyesight. He is opening your understanding to know Him better and to apply His spiritual principles to your life. If you are struggling with a challenging verse or passage, ask for His help in growing your faith so that you may see how to apply His Word to your life.
Heavenly Father, heal and open my spiritual eyes so that I may see You more clearly.
A wise woman called from the city, “Listen! Listen! Tell Joab to come here so I can speak to him.” He came toward her, and she asked, “Are you Joab?” “I am,” he answered.—2 Samuel 20:16–17 (NIV)
For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.—Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.—Proverbs 3:5–6 (NIV)