Life is filled with battles. We all know this. But what most of us fail to realize is that God provides us with ways to prepare for these battles. We don't have to be caught off guard by the unexpected crises life throws at us. For every battle we face in life, there are ways we can plan and strategize to overcome them. One of the best ways we can prepare for life's toughest battles is through counsel. Not all wisdom needs to come through experience, or through failure; counsel serves as a shortcut to wisdom.
Remember The Godfather? The head of the Corleone family never made a decision alone. He always confided in his trusted consigliere, Tom Hagen. Even people with great power, wealth and influence never face something alone. They always bring people they trust and ask for council. Don't face life's battles alone.