Can you still accept God's plan when it doesn't go the way you want?

The Bible directly tells us that no matter what our plans our, the Lord's plan is what will come to fruition. This Scripture is so important because it is stating a fact: God's plan triumphs our own, and our life will follow the path that His plan has created.

What does God say about when things don't go your way?

Proverbs 16:9 reminded me that, “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” I planned my course, but the Lord established my steps. No matter how well we plan, we will always end up where the Lord wants us, even if it seems unfair or wrong at first.

Can God change His plan for me?

The psalmist says to him: “you are the same, and your years will have no end.” (Psalm 102:27). Similarly, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8). God's plans cannot change. If they do, then he lacks foresight, which is impossible.

How do you pray when things don't go your way?

Prayers for guidance

I ask for your help to direct my path. Give me confidence that your direction is always the best way to go. In Jesus' name, Amen. God of love – I feel like I am lost but your word says that you will always guide me.

Can God plans be thwarted?

God's plans cannot be thwarted. Therefore, hide yourself in him; the name of the Lord is a strong tower, the righteous run into it, and they are saved (Proverbs 18:10).

Can you still accept God's plan when it doesn't go the way you want?

Can anything stop God's plan for your life?

God's plan is unchangeable and nothing and no one in this universe can stop that plan. We have Genesis and we have the Book of Revelation. God has a plan and it will come to pass, and nothing can stop it. Nothing can thwart that plan.

When God's plan is not your plan?

Isaiah 55:8-9 My plans aren't your plans, nor are your ways my ways, says the LORD. Just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my plans than your plans… My plans aren't your plans, nor are your ways my ways, says the LORD.

How do I let God direct my path?

How do you pray when you've messed up?

Thank you, dear Lord, for your forgiveness. Thank you for your cleansing my mind and heart. If the wrong I did injured others, help me to go to them, to seek forgiveness and to make amends. Help me, I pray, not to give in to this temptation in the future.

When God delays your plans?

Perhaps God's delay is His way of redirecting you. His delay may be His way of telling you that you need to seek His will in this matter. You may be praying in one direction but He wants you to pray in a different direction. This may be a gentle way of saying “No” to your request.

How do I know if my plans are from God?

A way to know that you are following God's plan for your life is by being in prayer. Take time each day to devote yourself to the Lord and the plans He has for your life. If you are giving each area of your life to God, then He will bless it and be able to work through it abundantly.

How will I know if its Gods plan?

The most obvious answer to the question, “How can I know God's will for my life?” is to ask Him. Turn to God in prayer and ask Him what He wants you to do. God wants you to go through the process of seeking His will without believing the lie that He is trying to hide it from you.

How do you let go and let God take control of your life?

Does God direct your paths?

Psalm 37:23-24: “The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand.” Proverbs 16:9: “We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.”

What does the Bible say about making your path straight?

Proverbs 3:5-6 New International Version (NIV)

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

How do you say sorry to God?

Will God help me if I made a mistake?

God does not save us and then give up on us if we make mistakes, sin, or take time to develop sustained obedience to certain instructions for righteous living He gives us in the Bible. He saves us and then sticks with us through the process of growth and maturity. He is committed to us.

Does God forgive past mistakes?

Some people may think of God as someone who might change His mind at any time about whether He will be merciful. But if you follow Jesus, you can EXPECT forgiveness from your heavenly Father! No need to doubt or question or worry. Look at Psalm 86:5 (NKJV):

How do I know God wants me to let go?

Why is it so hard to let God take control?

The concept of 'not enough faith or trust' is promoted as the core reason why we find it hard to let God take control of our lives, and the main culprit of why we sometimes choose to run away from God instead of to Him.

How do I give it to God and let it go?

What is the difference between God's will and my will?

Another way to know the difference: God's will is normally going to cost you something right then, but pay huge dividends later. It's going to fill you from the inside out. My will normally leads me to the easy way out, and brings me immediate gratification, but will cost me dearly later.

Why did God change my plans?

When he changes your plans, it's because he knows what you do not know and it's good for you. God loves you. He doesn't have ulterior motives or a hidden agenda. He is making us more and more like Jesus, his perfect Son.

What does the Bible say about failing to plan?

You've probably heard the saying “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” This idea is reflected in proverb after proverb throughout God's Word (Proverbs 15:22; 16:3; 9; 19:21; 20:18; 21:5) and has got to be one of the most important principles to live by in college ministry.