Psalm 33 verses 10-11 (NIV)
The LORD foils the plans of the nations;
he thwarts the purposes of the peoples.
But the plans of the LORD stand firm forever,
the purposes of his heart through all generations.
I was reminded this week that although we can make plans with the best of intentions, sometimes our plans can be thwarted because of circumstances. If indeed we make plans which go against God’s will for us, He is able to thwart them if they are not good for us. The plans of the Lord, however, cannot be thwarted. The psalmist reminds us that they stand firm forever. That should be an encouragement to us, in the light of the uncertainty caused by current world events. We can be confident that such events will not change God’s plans. That should be an encouragement to us.
Dear Lord,
Thank You that nothing can hinder Your plans. I’m grateful that we can trust that all Your plans are for our good. Help me to be patient if the timing is not as quick as I hoped. I ask in Jesus’ Name. Amen.