This was such good word this morning that knew I needed to pass it onto you. It’s taken from Joyce Meyer’s daily devotional titled, “Closer To God Each Day.” I hope it’s a blessing for you like it was for us.
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For who has known the mind of the Lord and who has understood His thoughts, or who has (ever) been His counselor? Romans 11:34
Life would be so much easier if we would live in the realization that God is smarter than we are. No matter what you or I may think, God’s way is always better than our way.
We are often tempted to think we know what is best, and then we throw all our energy into bringing it to pass. We experience a lot of disappointment, which hinders joy and enjoyment, due to deciding for ourselves that something has to be done a certain way or by a certain time. When we want something very strongly, we often try to convince God why it is important and why He should bring our will to pass, instead of simply trusting He knows what is best for our life.
As Romans 11:34 reminds us, God has no need of a counselor to tell Him what He should do for us. His will is perfect, and He has good plans for us to become all that He intends us to be. The prophet Jeremiah says, “For I know the thoughts and plans that I have for you, says the Lord, thoughts and plans for welfare and peace and not for evil, to give you hope in your final outcome” (Jeremiah 29:11).
When you face puzzling situations, I encourage you to pray, “Well, Lord, this may not make sense to me right now, but I trust You. I believe You love me, You are with me, and You are doing what is best for me.”
God does not need your counsel in order to work; He just needs your faith.
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God bless,
Mark