There’s a way that seems and feels right but look again , the end is death.
Scripture
“The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.” - Proverbs 16:1
Observation
At every stage of our lives, we’re always preparing for something. It’s either we’re making plans on how to progress in life, how to get into our dream careers, preparations towards a promotion, marriage etc. I believe everyone reading this has something in their heart they are planning to execute, whether these plans are directly for you or not. Sometimes we may also think it’s the right time to do or go after something but ultimately it’s only the Lord that can give us the final answer, that green light. This speaks to both current and future events. He is the Alpha and the Omega which means the Beginning and the End of all things . He’s foreseen the repercussions and the aftermath of all the decisions you’re about to take. Before time begun, He was there (Psalms 90:2) . I see it as a cheat code, so then why not go to and rely on the One who can and will lead you to ALL truth at ALL times?
Application
I’m reminded of the scripture that says there’s a way that seems right but the end is death (Proverbs 14:12) . As humans we may think we have it all figured out in terms of what we plan to do or achieve. Truth is, it usually sounds and look good on paper but life is spiritual. You need God to be able to give you the final stamp and endorsement before you proceed with anything. If not, you can miss the mark very easily . Why ? The enemy himself does not come in a red cape with horns for you to easily detect danger but he appears as the angel of light( 2 Corinthians 11:14) Whatever decision or intension you have in every area of your life it’s important to bring it before the Lord before you proceed. It’s important we desire a relationship with the Holy Spirit also. This is how we can be led to truth at all times. When Jesus was returning to Heaven after He resurrected, He told them He was going to send the spirit of truth, The Holy Spirit (John 16:13). We have to utilise His aid and counsel. In a nut shell yes we have the freedom to plan , to be intentional about things we go after or pursue but it’s important to always take it back to the Holy Spirit . The heart of a man is also desperately deceitful and wicked but God sees our heart.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your word today, I pray asking for forgiveness of all my sins. I pray thanking You for the times You shielded and directed my path whether I submitted them to You or not. Moving forward I commit every plan to You and I ask that You have Your way in Jesus Name I pray Amen.