Perilous Plans

When we are foolish enough to think we are good and powerful enough to control our own destiny ('Power of Thought' philosophy) we prove 2 Timothy 3:5. We can and should make plans, but in those plans the wise man leaves room for God’s direction. Put more aptly: ‘A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs His steps’ (Proverbs 16:9).

God has blessed us with free will, but He has also given us commands to obey—and a warning for what will happen if we disobey. Don’t let the I-can-have-and-be-whatever-I-want mentality of modern culture steer you from the truth of God’s word, that He is in control, and even if you choose not to serve His will, you can still suffer by it. He has given us commands out of love, to keep us on the right path that leads to heaven.

Wander off that path at your own peril.