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2:03Proveiling Purpose, written and read by Megan J. Conner. Many of the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's Purpose that prevails, Proverbs 1921 and IV. I don't know about you, but I love a good plan. There's something so satisfying about witnessing dreams or goals become reality. Even better when you feel a sense of accomplishment as they are fulfilled. Perhaps you spent years researching, studying, preparing, praying, and planning for your future. Then the day finally arrived. All your patients and hard work paid off. You received the diploma, started the new job, married the native of your dreams, or filled that final seat at the family dining room table. What an incredible feeling. You planned, you pursued, you sacrificed, you worked, you waited, and the desires of your heart became reality. Like the last puzzle piece fitting perfectly into place, the framework you designed produced your anticipated outcome.

3:04Sounds incredible, right? But how many of us can really say our picture perfect ideas have always become reality. If your life has been anything like mine, I would speculate things haven't always worked out as planned. Many pre-arranged, pursued, worked, and then overworked, struggled, dug deep, fell down, and then pulled yourself back up by your bootstraps, adamantly refusing to give up on the vision you saw for your future. Yet, despite your passionate efforts, it simply was not to be. Unmet expectations or unfulfilled longings can be disappointing, frustrating, and for some, even devastating. Where then can we find comfort or gain understanding when our dreams are dashed? Today's scripture comes to us from the book of Proverbs. Proverbs is believed to be written by King Solomon, David's son, who succeeded him as the next ruler. Solomon was known worldwide for his sage wisdom. In the opening chapter of Proverbs, the writer shares the purpose of his communication.

4:05The Proverbs of Solomon's son of David, King of Israel. For gaining wisdom and instruction, for understanding words of insight, for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair, forgiving prudence to those who are simple, knowledge, and discretion to the M. Proverbs 1-4-9-B. Solomon clearly communicates that the purpose of these writings is to help others gain insight and knowledge. He is not trying to boast or grandstand. His goal is to teach. And concludes his introduction with a powerful reminder that the true origin of all wisdom is the Lord. When he states, the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, Proverbs 1-7-9-B. If we truly long for insight and understanding, God is the only source. He is not only the founder of all knowledge, but he sees what we don't see. He understands what we fail to comprehend. For my thoughts are not your thoughts. Neither are your ways my ways to clear the Lord.

5:08As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts. Isaiah 5-8-9-9-B. Our vision for our own lives is limited. At times, maybe even flawed. We are mortal beings. We reside in a framework designed by the Creator of the universe. With such limited human understanding, it is impossible for us to accurately measure our lives and their meanings. As such, the plans and pursuits we select for ourselves may not be what God would choose. Like the potter who looks at a lump of clay and sees the masterpiece it will become, our Lord recognizes the vessel he is creating in each of us. He crafted us and our mother's womb, uniquely different and for his good pleasure, Psalm 139-13. We can trust that his design for us is good. He has a prevailing purpose for each and every one of us. Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails. Proverbs 1921-NIV.

6:09Intersecting faith and life. Have you felt like the plans you had for your own life were thwarted? If so, did your unmet expectations prompt disappointment and heartache? Or were you able to recognize God was working for good on your behalf? Take some time today to look back upon your life and identify the times when you clearly thought your life was going to go one way, yet the Lord diverted your path. How does recognizing his direction and past circumstances help you to trust in his will for your future? For further reading, take a look at Isaiah 5-8-13 and Psalm 139-13-18. Thanks for listening to today's devotional. If you liked what you heard today, we want to make sure you know about our sister podcast. Your Daily Prayer. When you follow your daily prayer in your favorite podcast app, you'll get a brand new prayer and devotional each day, so your days begin in conversation with God.

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