A Prayer for Divine Wisdom and Boldness in Our Secret Errands
“But he himself turned again from the quarries that were by Gilgal, and said, I have a secret errand unto thee, O king: who said, Keep silence. And all that stood by him went out from him.” — Judges 3:19
Heavenly Father, Almighty God,
We come before You today with humble hearts, recognizing the sacred truths that lie within Your Holy Word. We thank You for Your unfailing love and grace that sustain us every day. Today, we are reminded of the profound moment in Judges 3:19, where we read, "But he himself turned again from the quarries that were by Gilgal, and said, I have a secret errand unto thee, O king: who said, Keep silence. And all that stood by him went out from him."
Lord, this verse resonates deeply within our spirits, for it illustrates the importance of courage, discretion, and the clarity of purpose in our endeavors. Just as Ehud turned back from the quarries, we, too, are faced with choices that require us to turn back from distractions or obstacles in our lives. Grant us the wisdom to discern when to turn back—when to pivot from the busy noise of life to follow the specific errand You have set for us.
Help us, O Father, as we seek to fulfill the secret errand that You have placed upon our hearts. Just as Ehud approached the king with determination and conviction, let us approach our assignments with the same boldness and clarity of purpose. May we understand that You have appointed us for specific purposes, which may often be hidden from the world but are vital in Your divine plan.
Lord, we acknowledge that sometimes our paths may lead us into silence among those who do not understand our calling. When we feel isolated or alone in our efforts, remind us that You are always with us. Empower us to embrace those moments of silence—to see them not as a hardship, but as a sacred space where You reveal Your plans for us.
In moments when we feel pressure from society to conform, help us to stand firm in our convictions, just as Ehud did. Allow us to resist the urge to seek approval from those around us, understanding that our ultimate allegiance is to You, O Lord. Let our actions be guided by Your Spirit, that we may navigate through the chaos and remain focused on the secret tasks You have entrusted to us.
Father, as we embark on our own secret errands, endow us with supernatural insight and understanding. Equip us with the tools, knowledge, and support we need to execute Your will. We pray for eyes that see, ears that hear, and hearts that obey Your directions. We know that the enemy may attempt to sow doubt and fear into our thoughts, but we claim the victory in Jesus' name. We stand firm upon Your promises,
and declare that no weapon formed against us shall prosper. Lord, we seek Your protection and guidance as we carry out our assignments. Keep us safe as we bravely navigate the challenges we encounter. Let Your peace rest upon us, reassuring us that we are walking in Your will, fulfilling that which You have called us to do.
Grant us the motivation and the strength to move forward even when the task feels daunting. Remind us that each step we take in faith is a step toward fulfilling Your grand design. Help us to trust in Your timing and to surrender our fears and anxieties to You, knowing that Your plans are perfect and good.
Finally, Lord, let our lives be a testament to Your faithfulness. May our obedience in fulfilling our secret errands bring glory to Your Name and inspire others to pursue the unique callings You have placed on their lives. As we conclude this prayer, we give thanks for Your unwavering love and grace. We lift up our concerns, our missions, and our secret errands into Your capable hands, trusting that You will lead us along the right path.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
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Judges 3:19 - "But he himself turned again from the quarries that were by Gilgal, and said, I have a secret errand unto thee, O king: who said, Keep silence. And all that stood by him went out from him."
"But he himself turned again from the quarries that were by Gilgal, and said, I have a secret errand unto thee, O king: who said, Keep silence. And all that stood by him went out from him." - Judges 3:19
Judges 3:31
Judges 19:3 - "And her husband arose, and went after her, to speak friendly unto her, and to bring her again, having his servant with him, and a couple of asses: and she brought him into her father's house: and when the father of the damsel saw him, he rejoiced to meet him."
Judges 20:19 - "And the children of Israel rose up in the morning, and encamped against Gibeah."
Judges 19:19 - "Yet there is both straw and provender for our asses; and there is bread and wine also for me, and for thy handmaid, and for the young man which is with thy servants: there is no want of any thing."
2 Chronicles 19:6 - "And said to the judges, Take heed what ye do: for ye judge not for man, but for the LORD, who is with you in the judgment."
2 Chronicles 19:5 - "¶ And he set judges in the land throughout all the fenced cities of Judah, city by city,"
Judges 5:19 - "The kings came and fought, then fought the kings of Canaan in Taanach by the waters of Megiddo; they took no gain of money."
Zephaniah 3:3 - "Her princes within her are roaring lions; her judges are evening wolves; they gnaw not the bones till the morrow."
Judges 10:3 - "¶ And after him arose Jair, a Gileadite, and judged Israel twenty and two years."
Judges 19:14 - "And they passed on and went their way; and the sun went down upon them when they were by Gibeah, which belongeth to Benjamin."
Judges 19:26 - "Then came the woman in the dawning of the day, and fell down at the door of the man's house where her lord was, till it was light."
Judges 19:7 - "And when the man rose up to depart, his father in law urged him: therefore he lodged there again."
Judges 3:6 - "And they took their daughters to be their wives, and gave their daughters to their sons, and served their gods."
Deuteronomy 19:18 - "And the judges shall make diligent inquisition: and, behold, if the witness be a false witness, and hath testified falsely against his brother;"
Judges 19:21 - "So he brought him into his house, and gave provender unto the asses: and they washed their feet, and did eat and drink."
Judges 3:11 - "And the land had rest forty years. And Othniel the son of Kenaz died."
Judges 1:19 - "And the LORD was with Judah; and he drave out the inhabitants of the mountain; but could not drive out the inhabitants of the valley, because they had chariots of iron."
Judges 3:14 - "So the children of Israel served Eglon the king of Moab eighteen years."
Judges 19:20 - "And the old man said, Peace be with thee; howsoever let all thy wants lie upon me; only lodge not in the street."
Luke 11:19 - "And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your sons cast them out? therefore shall they be your judges."
Deuteronomy 19:17 - "Then both the men, between whom the controversy is, shall stand before the LORD, before the priests and the judges, which shall be in those days;"
Judges 13:3 make the Angel of the Lord male
Judges 3:3 - "Namely, five lords of the Philistines, and all the Canaanites, and the Sidonians, and the Hivites that dwelt in mount Lebanon, from mount Baal-hermon unto the entering in of Hamath."
Judges 19:12 - "And his master said unto him, We will not turn aside hither into the city of a stranger, that is not of the children of Israel; we will pass over to Gibeah."
Judges 3:5 - "¶ And the children of Israel dwelt among the Canaanites, Hittites, and Amorites, and Perizzites, and Hivites, and Jebusites:"
Judges 3:26 - "And Ehud escaped while they tarried, and passed beyond the quarries, and escaped unto Seirath."
Judges 19:13 - "And he said unto his servant, Come, and let us draw near to one of these places to lodge all night, in Gibeah, or in Ramah."
Judges 19:4 - "And his father in law, the damsel's father, retained him; and he abode with him three days: so they did eat and drink, and lodged there."