“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5 (KJV)
Who would not want God to direct his or her life? The common thread among humans is the desire for good things in one’s life. We seem to believe that if good things happen, then God has directed but if bad things happen he didn’t. Is it possible that in those “bad” times, we are leaning on our understanding? Is it possible that we did not acknowledge him during such times?
The Wise man gives us three key conditions to Divine direction of our lives. First, trust the director. Second, do not rely on limited knowledge. Finally, acknowledge the director in every facet of life.
Okay, so this is not as easy to do as entering it into our PDAs. Trust is, in fact, difficult for most humans to do consistently. Acknowledging God is something many people do every Sunday. Then, the reliance on God falters throughout the week as we face the myriad events and decisions of our lives. We forget that we are fallen, self-serving creatures with limited knowledge. We want God to give us his rubber-stamp-approval and not bother us with his conditions.
The problem, however, is that trust, understanding, and acknowledgement require us to release our demands and control. I suppose the choice is individual. Direct our own lives or let him? I prefer his direction. He doesn’t mess it up.
Dear Father, thank you for directing my life. Forgive me, O Lord, for those times I have tried to control my own destiny. Grant to me the strength to trust you today despite my limited understanding. With my whole heart, I acknowledge that you are in control in all my ways. Keep me in your tender care. This I pray in the name of Jesus. AMEN
Be encouraged today in God’s plan for your life,