Surrender Your Plans for His Perfect Will

Written By Lettie Henley

"Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established." — Proverbs 16:3

When we entrust our plans and efforts to God, He establishes our thoughts and directs our steps. Proverbs 16:3 reminds us that our natural tendency is to plan and work in our own strength, but true stability and purpose come from aligning ourselves fully with His divine sovereignty.

Committing your works means surrendering your ambitions and efforts into God's hands daily, recognizing He is the Lord of your life. When you lay your plans before Him, you acknowledge His wisdom and trust that His guidance will bring about the best outcome, aligned with His perfect will and timing.

It's not enough to just plan; we must actively surrender each effort and hope to God’s purpose. When we do this, our thoughts are rooted in His truth and His promises, and our steps become firm and steady, moved by His Spirit.

Start your day praying: “Lord, I commit my actions and plans to You. Guide my thoughts and direct my steps in accordance with Your will.” When decisions seem uncertain, pause and ask for His wisdom. Trust that as you surrender your works, God will establish your steps and bring peace in the process.

Your best efforts are amplified and established when you trust God's plans for your life. Handing your workload and ambitions to Him transforms anxiety into joy and effort into eternal fruitfulness.

Prayer:

Father, I thank You for the gift of Your guidance. Help me to fully commit my work and plans to You today, trusting that You will establish my thoughts and direct my steps. Fill my heart with faith and patience, knowing that You make all things work together for good. Help me to live in obedience and trust, walking confidently in Your divine purpose. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

Lettie Henley

Lettie Henley is a devoted child of God whose journey of faith has been marked by a relentless hunger and passion for Jesus. As an autodidact, she has spent years seeking wisdom through prayer, study, and soul-searching, always striving to draw closer to her Savior. Her love for Christ fuels everything she does: whether she's sharing her story, encouraging others, or simply living out her faith daily.

A wife and mother, Lettie’s heart is rooted in her family, and she believes that walking in God’s love begins at home. She is also a loving daughter and a child of the Most High, constantly reminded that her true identity is found in Christ alone.

Through her writing and her life, Lettie seeks to inspire others to pursue Jesus with the same passion that has transformed her soul. Her desire is to be a light in this world, shining brightly for the glory of God and encouraging others to walk boldly in their faith.

https://www.lettiehenleyministries.com
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