Problem Solving

Dear Victorious,

As a Christ-follower, I want to do things God's way. But there are some problems in life that just seem unsolvable. Is that true?

Troubled Follower

Dear Troubled,

I don't think unsolvable is the right way to think about it. Some problems in life can be solved by careful thought - using the brain God gave us. Some problems get solved when priorities get re-arranged. Some problems can be solved by discussion with godly people and good counsel from those people. But some problems can only be solved by prayer.

The other thing to consider is how our definition of a solution or a problem solved might differ from God's. It is possible that God's answer to your problem is not to take it away, but rather to give you a different perspective about the problem. Are you willing to accept that solution?