It’s easy to think that we have to make everything happen in our lives—make our dream come to pass, make a door open, make a person like us. This can be stressful and discouraging because there are so many things we can’t make happen. We face obstacles that we can’t overcome. The good news is that we’re not doing life on our own. It’s not just up to us.

The apostle Paul wrote that God has already prearranged a good life for you. He’s already planned out your days. He’s lined up the right people, the right breaks, solutions to problems. He’s put in you the gifts, the talents, and the potential so you can live this good life. When you realize the plan the Creator of the universe has prearranged, you know that you’re not at the mercy of fate, happenstance, or coincidence. You won’t be wondering, “What if this problem doesn’t turn around?” No, you can be confident that God has gone ahead and is ordering your steps. He has things planned out before you get there. At an appointed time, you will discover it.

Prayer For Today

“Father, thank You that You were working on Your plan for my life long before I got here. Thank You that I can stay in peace knowing that You are working behind the scenes and ordering my steps. Help me to be patient and know that You are bringing me into my purpose. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”