Proverbs 27:1
“Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.”
I’m a list maker. I love to sit down with a cup of hot coffee and make a list of things I need to do for the day. My lists keep me organized. And I get a small feeling of accomplishment as I cross off each task at its completion. Yet most days the list I start with gets thrown out the window. Because in this world things happen, plans change, and problems occur. No wonder Robert Burns famously said, “the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” That’s why Solomon encourages us to approach each day with humility. Recognizing that our plans and aspirations may be subject to change at any moment. Each day we get is a gift from God, and our lives are subject to His will alone. So while we can make plans, we should also be open to God’s redirection and trust in His ultimate purpose for our lives. As Christians we need to make plans with the understanding that God is control of the future. All we need do is remain receptive to His leading and guidance throughout out journey.
