Ask...

You have not, because you ask not...

I am a do it yourself person. Whether I know how to do something or not - I try to fix, move, tear down or build up. Many of my 'projects' sit, waiting for completion, because I hate to ask for help.

Several years ago I broke my wrist when I leaned out too far on a ladder. I was then ordered,'no more ladders'. The bent one was removed from the premises. Friends and family do that to protect those they love.

Sometime later, I completed a task that was noticed by a member of our Home Group. 'Why didn't you call me?'

'I didn't want to bother you!'

Leaning out from the circle so he could look me in the eye, Andy said,'Could that be pride?'

'Of course not,' I replied...

My computer was not co-operating with me. I fussed and fumed. Dan couldn't figure it out either.

For a week my computer sat useless. Two reasons: I didn't know who to ask and yes, my pride was there. I began to think about who to ask - An expert. A Geek*. That is when Curtis came to mind. He made no mention of my lack of Geekiness. He patiently explained the 'How to.'

I think my friend Andy was right. Pride keeps me from asking for help.

Pride - ASK! Ask an expert. They are usually happy to help.

And know God is the ultimate expert. Forgiveness? ASK! Directions? or Direction? ASK!

Don't let pride keep you confused, useless or spinning your wheels.

* In todays world: Geek is a good thing!!