Scriptures: 1 Peter 5: 6-7
6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. 7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Proverbs 16: 9
In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.
Psalm 37: 5
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.
Scripture Commentary:
These three chapters and the verses chosen have one thing in common: humble yourself and trust in the Lord. Do not lean on yourself. You will not find peace without God in your life.
We tend to engage in excessive planning, attempting to control every facet of our present and future. This is a form of unbelief because we want to control everything. When we think we have achieved our goal, we find that we haven’t because we see something else we think we need. And the process starts all over again. How can this cycle be stopped?
Commit yourself to God.
Entrust everything in your life – family, job, possessions – to His control and guidance. Once you commit yourself to God, you will fully put your trust in Him. God knows you better than you know yourself.
Be willing to wait patiently. His time is not the same as your time. His wants are not the same as your wants. He knows what is best for you.
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