God knows what's best

When we set our hearts on something and it doesn't happen, it's only human to experience disappointment. In those moments, here's what to keep in mind: (1) At best, we're always working with limited information. We may know the end result we desire, but God knows what's best for us, and he plans accordingly. 'I am God...declaring the end from the beginning...saying, "My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure"' (Isaiah 46:9-10 NKJV).

(2) Trying to work outside of God's will is like trying to dig our way through a solid wall with a fork. Instead of digging our way out of a prison, we dig our way into one when we demand to get what we want. Do we really want to carry out a plan God hasn't blessed? Can we depend on him to know what's best for us? 'The Lord, the God of battle, has spoken - who can change his plans? When his hand moves, who can stop him' (Isaiah 14:27 TLB)? It's better to be disappointed temporarily than end up with something we can't handle.

The story of Israel reads like this: 'He...redeemed them from the hand of the enemy...Then they believed his words; they sang his praise. They soon forgot his works; they did not wait for his counsel...and tested God in the desert. And he gave them their request, but sent leanness into their soul' (Psalm 106:10, 12-15 NKJV). The Israelites were quick to forget how trustworthy their God was!



So what now? Trust God, and he'll give you what's best for you.





— SCRIPTURE —

'You can make many plans, but the Lord's purpose will prevail.' Proverbs 19:21 NLT
— SOULFOOD —

Matt 27:62-66, Mark 1:9-13, Ps 6 , Deut 21:22-23