Ecclesiastes 11:1-8

We do not know the future, and we cannot tell what one thing will give us success and lifelong security.  So, the Preacher instructs us not to put all our eggs in one basket.  Instead of waiting for that one sure thing, invest in seven — or even eight – different plans.  Diversify.  Looking back over my life so far, I can see that the times when I had it the toughest were those when I was convinced that I had to do a certain thing, and it only. When that one thing did not immediately succeed, I was discouraged.  The Preacher told his students to stop trying to figure out the will and work of God.  Instead, he instructs them to try it all, and enjoy life to its fullest.

LORD, give us wisdom – not the ability to know the future – but the ability to live well in the present.