A Prayer for Wisdom and Guidance in Our Pursuits

"For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words." - Ecclesiastes 5:3

"For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words." - Ecclesiastes 5:{verse.verse_number}

Heavenly Father,

We come before You today with a humble heart, seeking Your wisdom and guidance as we reflect on the profound truth found in Ecclesiastes 5:3, which states, "For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words." Lord, we acknowledge that our dreams, desires, and ambitions are often intertwined with our daily endeavors, the work that we engage in, and the conversations that we choose to partake in.

First and foremost, Lord, we ask for discernment as we chase after our ambitions. In this fast-paced world, it can be easy to become distracted by the many businesses and pursuits that clamour for our attention. Help us, dear Father, to prioritize what truly matters, aligning our dreams with Your divine will. May we recognize that while a multitude of business can lead to the realization of our dreams, it can also lead us away from Your purpose for our lives if we are not careful.

Lord, grant us the courage to sift through the multitude of options before us. Help us to discern which projects, tasks, and engagements are truly ordained by You, and which may be mere distractions that dilute our focus and energy. Guide us as we make decisions about how to allocate our time and resources. Let us not rush into every opportunity that comes our way, but instead seek Your wisdom in every venture we undertake.

In our pursuit of dreams, remind us, O God, that it is not only about the work we do but also about the words we speak. Your Word cautions us that "a fool's voice is known by multitude of words." Teach us, Father, to be wise in our speech, to understand that our words carry weight and can either uplift or tear down. May we be slow to speak and quick to listen, discerning when to share our thoughts and when to remain silent.

As we navigate our paths, may our words reflect Your truth and love. Let our conversations be marked by wisdom and grace, and help us to build one another up rather than engaging in empty talk. We pray for the strength to silence the fool's voice that seeks to draw us toward conflict and unnecessary chatter. Instead, may we be instruments of peace, grace, and truth in our words and interactions.

Lord, we acknowledge that genuine dreams often require patience and perseverance. As we strive toward achieving them, help us to remain steadfast amidst the trials and tribulations we may face. May we not grow weary in the multitude of business, but instead find joy in the work that You have placed before us. Remind us that there is beauty in the journey, and that every step we take is a part of Your divine plan.

Father, we also seek to encourage and support those around us in their pursuits. Instill in us a spirit of generosity, so that we may uplift our brothers and sisters in their journeys. May we offer words of encouragement and faith, helping to spur one another on towards healthy goals and aspirations that reflect Your glory.

Finally, we commit this prayer and our dreams into Your capable hands. May our pursuits bring glory to You, and may we forever be reminded that our ultimate dream is to walk in close fellowship with You and to be faithful stewards of the gifts You have bestowed upon us.

In Jesus’ name, we pray,

Amen.

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Ecclesiastes 5:3 - "For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words."

Ecclesiastes 5:3 - "For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words."

"For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words." - Ecclesiastes 5:3

"For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words." - Ecclesiastes 5:3

Ecclesiastes 3:5 - "A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;"

Ecclesiastes 3:5 - "A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;"

Ecclesiastes 5:5 - "Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay."

Ecclesiastes 5:5 - "Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay."

Ecclesiastes 3:1

Ecclesiastes 3:1

Ecclesiastes 3:3 - "A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up;"

Ecclesiastes 3:3 - "A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up;"

Ecclesiastes 3:7-8

Ecclesiastes 3:7-8

"A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;" - Ecclesiastes 3:5

"A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;" - Ecclesiastes 3:5

Ecclesiastes 3:1 – "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens."

Ecclesiastes 3:1 – "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens."

Ecclesiastes 5:9 - "¶ Moreover the profit of the earth is for all: the king himself is served by the field."

Ecclesiastes 5:9 - "¶ Moreover the profit of the earth is for all: the king himself is served by the field."

Ecclesiastes 4:5 - "The fool foldeth his hands together, and eateth his own flesh."

Ecclesiastes 4:5 - "The fool foldeth his hands together, and eateth his own flesh."

Ecclesiastes 3:9 - "What profit hath he that worketh in that wherein he laboureth?"

Ecclesiastes 3:9 - "What profit hath he that worketh in that wherein he laboureth?"

Ecclesiastes 3:1 - "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:"

Ecclesiastes 3:1 - "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:"

Ecclesiastes 3:4 - "A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;"

Ecclesiastes 3:4 - "A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;"

Ecclesiastes 3:8 - "A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace."

Ecclesiastes 3:8 - "A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace."

Ecclesiastes 7:5 - "It is better to hear the rebuke of the wise, than for a man to hear the song of fools."

Ecclesiastes 7:5 - "It is better to hear the rebuke of the wise, than for a man to hear the song of fools."

Ecclesiastes 5:7 - "For in the multitude of dreams and many words there are also divers vanities: but fear thou God."

Ecclesiastes 5:7 - "For in the multitude of dreams and many words there are also divers vanities: but fear thou God."

Ecclesiastes 3:6 - "A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;"

Ecclesiastes 3:6 - "A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;"

Ecclesiastes 7:3 - "Sorrow is better than laughter: for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better."

Ecclesiastes 7:3 - "Sorrow is better than laughter: for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better."

Ecclesiastes 3:7 - "A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;"

Ecclesiastes 3:7 - "A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;"

Ecclesiastes 5:14 - "But those riches perish by evil travail: and he begetteth a son, and there is nothing in his hand."

Ecclesiastes 5:14 - "But those riches perish by evil travail: and he begetteth a son, and there is nothing in his hand."

Ecclesiastes 10:5 - "There is an evil which I have seen under the sun, as an error which proceedeth from the ruler:"

Ecclesiastes 10:5 - "There is an evil which I have seen under the sun, as an error which proceedeth from the ruler:"

Ecclesiastes 2:5 - "I made me gardens and orchards, and I planted trees in them of all kind of fruits:"

Ecclesiastes 2:5 - "I made me gardens and orchards, and I planted trees in them of all kind of fruits:"

Ecclesiastes 3:21 - "Who knoweth the spirit of man that goeth upward, and the spirit of the beast that goeth downward to the earth?"

Ecclesiastes 3:21 - "Who knoweth the spirit of man that goeth upward, and the spirit of the beast that goeth downward to the earth?"

Ecclesiastes 3:2 - "A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;"

Ecclesiastes 3:2 - "A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;"

Ecclesiastes 3:16 - "¶ And moreover I saw under the sun the place of judgment, that wickedness was there; and the place of righteousness, that iniquity was there."

Ecclesiastes 3:16 - "¶ And moreover I saw under the sun the place of judgment, that wickedness was there; and the place of righteousness, that iniquity was there."

Ecclesiastes 3:20 - "All go unto one place; all are of the dust, and all turn to dust again."

Ecclesiastes 3:20 - "All go unto one place; all are of the dust, and all turn to dust again."

Ecclesiastes 3:12 - "I know that there is no good in them, but for a man to rejoice, and to do good in his life."

Ecclesiastes 3:12 - "I know that there is no good in them, but for a man to rejoice, and to do good in his life."

"Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay." - Ecclesiastes 5:5

"Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay." - Ecclesiastes 5:5

Ecclesiastes 1:5 - "The sun also ariseth, and the sun goeth down, and hasteth to his place where he arose."

Ecclesiastes 1:5 - "The sun also ariseth, and the sun goeth down, and hasteth to his place where he arose."