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Praying God’s Word Wednesday #33

January 26, 2022 by Lauren 12 Comments

Praying God's WordIn this Praying God’s Word Wednesday, I want to share what I have most definitely learned the last few years.  I have no control.  This is good, but it can feel bad.  I want what I want.  And I want it now.  I’m guessing I’m not the only one.

 

It sometimes feels hopeless when things don’t go our way.  We get passed over for a promotion.  The car breaks down.  Our children make choices we don’t approve of.  The diagnosis isn’t good.  Ugh.

 

Where is the good news?  Our God sees the big picture.  And He holds us in the palm of His hand.  What seems bad to us, will be used for good.  He promises!  (Romans 8:28)

 

“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”  Proverbs 16:9 NIV

 

How does that fit with the famous words of Benjamin Franklin, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail”?  What’s wrong with planning for your career path?  Planning for retirement?  Planning a vacation?  What’s so wrong with that?

 

Nothing.  The Proverb doesn’t prohibit planning.  It simply warns us about the limitations of human plans.  My prayer for a loved one is this:

Praying God's Word

 

Replace the pronouns with the appropriate ones for the person (or yourself) that you are praying for.

 

Praying for you in this.  And don’t forget to share on social media or with a friend who could benefit.  It would mean so much to me.  And if you don’t want to miss a Praying God’s Word Wednesday, subscribe over on the right hand side of this page.

Lauren

 

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  1. Jan says

    January 27, 2022 at 10:06 am

    This reminder to pray the Word is most helpful just as I am currently pondering my own prayers. It helps me move away from rote prayers.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      January 27, 2022 at 11:59 am

      Jan, I am so grateful this was helpful to you.

      Reply
  2. Joanne Viola says

    January 28, 2022 at 9:36 am

    Lauren, there is wisdom in recognizing our human planning is limited. Only God sees the complete picture. He knows the beginning from the end. In both love and wisdom, He establishes our steps. Thank you for sharing this!

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    • Lauren says

      January 28, 2022 at 12:51 pm

      Agreed, Joanne. And thanks for sharing it on social media.

      Reply
  3. Carol says

    January 28, 2022 at 4:24 pm

    Thank you for sharing these wise thoughts. I appreciate you linking up at Talent-Sharing Tuesdays.
    Carol
    http://www.scribblingboomer.com

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    • Lauren says

      January 30, 2022 at 5:31 pm

      Thank you.

      Reply
  4. MIndy says

    January 28, 2022 at 6:16 pm

    Such a great reminder about praying God’s word and an encouraging reminder that He is always working! Thank you for sharing! 💗

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    • Lauren says

      January 30, 2022 at 5:30 pm

      Thanks so much, Mindy!

      Reply
  5. Tea With Jennifer says

    January 31, 2022 at 4:42 pm

    Beautiful prayer Lauren. I’m keeping you & your family in prayer as you traverse this present journey.
    Having gone through it with my late hubby my heart goes out to you both.
    Bless you,
    Jennifer

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    • Lauren says

      February 1, 2022 at 8:19 pm

      I really appreciate your prayers, Jennifer.

      Reply
  6. Carol says

    February 2, 2022 at 7:19 am

    Hello, Lauren –
    I’m circling back to say “Thank You” for linking up at Talent-Sharing Tuesdays 5.
    Carol
    http://www.scribblingboomer.com

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 2, 2022 at 1:25 pm

      Thank you for hosting!

      Reply

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