Providential Solutions

(Pro 16:9 KJV)  A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

This is at least the third time by this place in the chapter that we have this thought expressed.  We make our plans.  We think we know what we want.  Ultimately God is the one who brings things about, and He does it His way.

For some that’s a good thing, for some bad.  God‘s way of making it work is not necessarily the way you would want it to work.  God assumes, or hopes, the ultimate desire of your heart is that His will would be done.  If you don’t feel that way, then this is a terrible concept.  God will use you, work around you and ignore you.  If you want God‘s will in your life, then this is a glorious statement because He will make up for all of your shortcomings and failures and bring about His will.

So?  Which is it for you today?  Are you rejoicing in the providence of God?  Are you dragging your feet, scowling, and being a general negative influence?  Much of this depends on where our heart is.