“Man who catch fly with chopstick accomplish anything.” Remember the iconic scene from Karate Kid when Mr. Miyagi teaches Daniel to catch a fly with his eating utensils? Daniel questions his teacher, suggesting a fly swatter would be easier.

Blessed is the one who listens to me, watching daily at my gates, waiting beside my doors.

Proverbs 8:34

Mr. Miyagi knew the lesson wasn’t in catching the fly – it was in listening to the buzz, watching its movements, and waiting for the right time to strike. His takeaway was the same as today’s key verse: blessings follow those who listen, watch and wait. While the Karate Kid was waiting on a fly, you are waiting on God. “For whoever finds me finds life.” (Proverbs 8:35)

Are you looking for God in your everyday experiences? In the nation? Whether considering the new health care system or foreign policy, sometimes it’s easier to find fault than find God. Don’t lose hope. Listen for your Heavenly Father to speak, watch for Him to move in the nation, and be patient until He does. Then pray for wisdom as you look for good in all things, and then pray for your nation’s leaders to find God and, therefore, find life…no chopsticks necessary.

Recommended Reading: Psalm 37:1-9