In every area of our lives it is God's desire that we plan a good course. God has given us the ability to think and organize. It's also wise to seek God’s input as we make plans for our future.
We can make our plans, but the LORD determines our steps. No human wisdom or understanding or plan can stand against the LORD. (Proverbs 16:9, 21:30 NLT)
We're part way through the summer months and thoughts of fall and "getting back to work or school" begin to filter into our thinking. The truth is that even though we are a bit more conscious of making plans as the fall season and the school year approaches, we are always making plans for many life events. Think about some of the things for which we make plans: time, money, career, family, vacation, special events, transit routes, food, business, housing, retirement etc. The truth is, we often experience anxiety as we make plans, wondering if things will fall into place and if we will be strong enough to carry through on the plans we make.
Thankfully, God is aware that we are limited in what we know. For our plans to work well we need to bring in the expert. God is the expert and He is available to give direction to our planning so that each day of our lives is filled with purposeful activities. God is the architect of time and eternity. God made us. He knows our past, present, and future and the happenings that will impact our lives. As we plan, God invites us to first seek His kingdom ways so that all things will work together for our good and His glory.
Put God’s kingdom first. Do what he wants you to do. Then all of those things will also be given to you. (Matthew 6:33 NIRV)
God wants to work our plans together in a way that is even better than we could ask for or imagine. Today, let’s determine to shape our lives according to the best plan.
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