God Cannot Lead Anyone Who Is In Chaos

“And he that is of a cool spirit is a man of understanding.” Proverbs 17:27

Our spirit needs to be fervent, yet also to be cool. Fervency is related to diligence in the service of the Lord, whereas coolness is related to knowledge. If the Christian would simply bear in mind that God cannot lead anyone who is in turmoil, he might be spared many errors.

Never decide on any course or start to do anything while emotion is agitating like a roaring sea. It is in times of emotional disorder that mistakes are readily made. The mind is easily affected by feelings, and with a restless mind how can we distinguish between right and wrong?

As emotion beats, the understanding becomes deceived and even conscience is rendered unreliable. Decisions made in such circumstances are likely afterwards to be regretted. Cultivate a cool spirit. You will open the way for God to give you understanding.