“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” (Prov. 16:3)
What kind of difference do your prayers make when you’re making plans? Do you take it all to God in prayer, seeking his guidance?
We strive to do that as a ministry and as individuals—to commit to the Lord whatever we do, seeking his will as he orders our steps. But what does that look like?
There is no sign falling from the sky, no lighted path presented before us, nor is there a booming voice (I hear God as a bass) giving rapid-fire directions like a cosmic GPS.
Philip Yancey in his book on prayer said that prayer is an aligning of our will with God’s. I like that description and pray that God will align my will with his. However, even if I don’t receive a clear answer, by lifting my prayers to God and seeking him before making personal or ministry plans, I am reminded that the most important thing is to place my trust in him who provides, who blesses, who loves, protects, and guides.
“May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.” (Psalm 19:14)
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will direct your paths.” (Prov. 3:5-6)