Our scripture this morning is Proverbs 16:1-3 (NLT).
We can make our own plans, but the Lord gives the right answer. People may be pure in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their motives. Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.
God gave us the ability to make our own decisions, but only He “gives the right answer”. Unless our choices are in line with His will, we are straying away from His plan for us. When we ask Him for guidance it enables us to know right from wrong and avoid falling into sin.
This passage encourages us to be aware of the plans we make in the light of God’s love. Are we selfish in what we want to accomplish or does our action meet God’s standards of care for all? The things we do make a difference in the world and in eternity.
We are instructed to “commit your actions to the Lord” in order to be successful. Many have wandered off, involved in themselves with no concern for the consequences. When we ask for God’s help before acting we are blessed with His love and wisdom and can go confidently in His name to all His children.
Gracious God, You have created us in Your image with free will to choose for ourselves. May we choose to serve Your kingdom and bring Your word and Your love to all. Amen.
