Surrender to God's Sovereign Plan

Proverbs 16:1-2 (NLT) - "We can make our own plans, but the Lord gives the right answer. People may be pure in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their motives."

GmEkklesia,

Proverbs 16:1-2 presents a profound truth about the human condition and the divine sovereignty of God. The first verse acknowledges our human tendency to create plans and set goals. However, the true direction and outcomes of these plans rest in the hands of God. The phrase "the Lord gives the right answer" points to God's ultimate authority over our lives. The second verse goes deeper, reminding us that while we might believe our intentions are pure, it is God who discerns the true motivations of our hearts. Our understanding is limited, but God sees the full picture—our thoughts, desires, and the purposes behind our actions.

In our journey as believers, it’s natural to have dreams and aspirations. However, Proverbs 16:1-2 calls us to a higher level of trust and surrender. Instead of relying solely on our understanding and desires, we are to submit our plans to God, allowing His wisdom to guide us. This requires humility, recognizing that our perspectives are limited, and our hearts can sometimes be deceptive.

Today, take a moment to reflect on your current plans and desires. Are they aligned with God’s will, or are they driven by personal ambition? Pray for discernment, asking God to reveal the true motives of your heart. As you surrender your plans to Him, trust that He will lead you in the right direction, ensuring that your life reflects His purpose and glory.

Lord Almighty, we come before You, acknowledging that while we can create plans and set goals, it is Your wisdom that directs our paths. We surrender our ambitions, desires, and dreams to You, asking that You align them with Your perfect will. Search our hearts, O God, and reveal any motives that do not honor You. Purify our intentions and help us to trust in Your sovereignty, knowing that You see the end from the beginning. Guide us, Lord, in all our decisions, so that our lives may glorify Your name and fulfill Your divine purpose. We ask this in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.

LoveUmorethanUknow, Pastor Stephän Kirby

Ekklesia Christian Life Ministries