One of my favorite verses…ok I say that about every verse.  This is truly a gem!

Too often we get worried and upset about one step we or our children have taken.  In light of this verse, I ask myself why am I worrying?  Everyone knows that that A plan is just an idea; the steps are what take you somewhere. 

I had a plan to hit 6 figures by 25, drive an SUV, have a house with a pool, and be a top executive.  Though my plans were solid and I hit them, God was patiently ordering my steps in another direction.

Likewise I had a plan to transition to full time ministry. That happened. When the LORD reordered my steps, I was frustrated, angry, and bitter toward those who “recommended” my resignation with no justification or cause. In hindsight, what man meant for evil, God meant for good. He has the power to cause ALL things to work together for good. What you are going through now as frustrating, painful, and gut-wrenching as it is, can be turned to something greater than you’ e ever imagined.

If you would have asked me 15 years ago what I would be doing now, I wouldn’t have said, I would be a father of 22 children, grandfather of 11, and be touching thousands of lives.  As a matter of fact, I would have laughed out loud and called you crazy.

By ordering each step, in His timing, God can accomplish amazing things through you! Don’t miss the forest through the trees. Keep seeing and trusting. He is at work!

Personal Reflection

Think back on your life. What steps have been ordered by God and what has been the result?  Take time to praise him for all he is done in and through you.

Prayer Focus

Thank you great and mighty Father for your patience and careful ordering of our steps.  The life You have given us has been challenging, has caused us to depend on You, and has proven to be full of joy.  May we seek you always and lift Your name on high! In Jesus Name, Amen!