Trusting God in Our Planning

Planning is a part of daily life. We make plans for almost everything: what career path to pursue, how to provide for our families, where to live, whom to marry, when to retire, even what meals to prepare for the week.

Parents plan their children’s education. Leaders plan their meetings. Teachers plan their lessons. Students plan their schedules. Couples plan their weddings. Families plan vacations months in advance. The list could go on. Planning is not only wise but necessary, as it reflects stewardship and responsibility. The reality is: if you fail to plan, then plan to fail.

Yet, as much as we plan, there is a truth we cannot ignore:

God Is Sovereign Over All Our Steps

Don’t miss that! We may carefully map out the course of our lives; however, the Lord alone sees the beginning from the end. He knows what is best for us, and He lovingly guides our path—sometimes in ways we would never expect.

This does not mean our planning is pointless. Instead, it reminds us that while planning is our responsibility, trust is our posture. We must hold our plans with open hands, willing to let God redirect when He knows a better way. The foolish action is to kick down doors that God has clearly shut. It is comforting to know that our lives are not left to chance, mistakes, or even our limited vision. They are in the hands of God, who sees our life from beginning to end.

Listen Closely

Doors close, plans change, and life takes unexpected turns. Yet you can rest in this truth: God is never surprised. He is never caught off guard. His wisdom is greater, His timing is perfect, and His purposes are good.

So as you plan your days, your months, your year, your future, and your goals, remember to pray over them. Commit your ways to the Lord. Trust that His determination of your steps is not to harm you but to lead you into His best. Offer this prayer to God:

Lord, thank You that You hold my life in Your hands. I make my plans, but I trust You to guide my steps. Help me not to get ahead of You, but to surrender my will to Yours, knowing that Your ways are higher and always better than mine. Teach me to walk by faith, not by sight, and to rest in Your perfect plan for my life. Amen.

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