Our Plans

Halfway home. I got to see my beloved son, Matt who is conveniently located half way between my parents and my own home. We had a lovely dinner, and then I sat in my hotel with a spectacular view of the James River, and watched the sun set. Today I finish my journey, at least that is the plan.

I thought about God and the plans of humans as I watched the sun set over the James River. Here are the verses that sparked my thoughts:
To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue. All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the Lord. Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. The Lord works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster. The Lord detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the Lord evil is avoided. When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them. Better a little with righteousness than much gain with injustice. In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. (‭Proverbs‬ ‭16‬:‭1-9‬ NIV)

Bottom line: all our plans are nothing if God is not behind them. We need to commit all our ways, all our plans to God. Whether we do or not, in the end, He will work all things out in accordance with His will. This is a very freeing thought.
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The Lord your God turned the curse into a blessing for you, because the Lord your God loved you. Deuteronomy 23:5

Christ says, “I came not to judge the world, but to save the world.” John 12:47