Psalm 33:10-11 (NLT Version)
The LORD frustrates the plans of the nations and thwarts all their schemes. But the LORD’s plans stand firm forever; his intentions can never be shaken,
In “To a Mouse” by Robert Burns, the last line is one of its most famous, “…the best laid schemes of mice and men gang aft aglay.” No matter how hard we try, sometimes our well-intentioned plans are thwarted. Whatever the reason, it can upset us, if we allow it to, or we can commit the circumstances to God and ask Him to help us.
God’s plans however, are never blown off course. He knows exactly how and when they will come to pass. His timing for the outworking of those plans is also never wrong. Our idea of when they will come to fruition is often quite different from God’s. Even in the midst of extremely difficult trials and suffering, Job could testify, “I know that you can do all things; no purpose of your can ever be thwarted.” (Job Chapter 42: Verse 2 – NIV Translation)
Dear Lord,
My patience sometimes runs out because I want to see things happen straight away. But I know I can trust that Your timing is perfect. Help me to be more patient and leave things to You. I ask in Jesus’ Name.