I talk to God about everything, or at least I thought I did! The Lord has been revealing to me lately that I don’t consult with him before rushing into situations or suggesting one of my many great ideas!
Jeremiah 29:11 NIV “For I know the plans I have for you’, declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
So what happens when my plans get in the way of God’s plans? He will allow my plans, let me use all my energy to spin a few steps forward only to slide a few steps back! I, as a believer and follower of Christ, cannot derail God’s plan for my life, but I can certainly add a few bumps and detours to it…
This message has become even more vital as I read through the Old Testament and see the success of the Kings and Mighty Rulers who sought God’s will through prayer and consulting with the prophets of old before going into battle or making huge decisions, ultimately affecting their territories.
While at the same time reading of the downfalls of many leaders who thought they knew it all, listening to their sorcerers, seers, and diviners. Those who didn’t believe in the God of Israel worshiped, prayed to, and consulted with false idols of wood, gold, and marble.
Proverbs 19:21 ESV “Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.”
Proverbs 21:5 ESV “The plans of the diligent lead to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty.”
Proverbs 16:3 ESV “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.”
Proverbs 16:9 ESV “The heart of the man plans his ways, but the Lord establishes his steps.”
In conclusion, I am not saying our ideas, plans, and dreams aren’t of the Lord as he leads us down his path. My awakening and wish to share is to slow down, take your requests to God and ask for his leadings, promptings and direction. Then quietly wait for the peace to move you forward or recognize the loss of and to go back to the drawing board and God!
Again, He has a plan for every one of us; it’s up to us to hone into that plan! I pray for blessings today Lord, a day full of your love, laughter, and joy! And as always, Thank you for joining me. 🥰
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