Genesis 25:22 (NASB)
But the children struggled together within her; and she said, “If it is so, why then am I this way?” So she went to inquire of the Lord.

The phrase “inquire of the Lord” appears about a dozen times in the Old Testament scriptures. The first instance is by Rebekah when she was pregnant with Jacob and Esau. However, the typical instance is when a King or group of people went to a prophet of God to ask God a question on their behalf.

After Jesus came, we no longer have to go to a prophet, but as a Christian can inquire of the Holy Spirit within us. The question is: How often do we do that? I must admit that I often resort to requests that I have formulated and don’t take the time to ask God what He would have me do. Isn’t that just like us? We would rather have God work on our plan rather than ask Him what He wants us to do for His kingdom.

This follows the world view that God wants us to be happy, so we tell ourselves: Why wouldn’t He want to follow us? It is a distorted view of God, minimizing His Glory and elevating our glory instead. Didn’t He promise in Romans 8:28 (NASB),

And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

Not, to those who call on Him to work towards our purpose.

Heavenly Father, Jesus, and Holy Spirit. I am inquiring of Your plan. I am listening. I will remain quiet and wait for the still, small voice that is Your Spirit. Amen.

Always praying for the glory of God,