Plans I Have

There are days when words pass by and others when it seems like the words were written just for you in that very moment.  Scripture has a way of doing that for us.  The passage in question today is a familiar one, Jeremiah 29:11.

For I know the plans I have for you

This part of the verse has always jumped out to me when I read it.  So much so, that I kept this verse taped to my computer monitor at a previous employer (which shall remain nameless).  Let the person in recovery remember: God always has a plan.  It may not mesh with the plan you are considering, but their is always a plan.

Prosper you, Give you a hope and a future

I want that!  Not only does God give us hope for the future, but a plan that will prosper you. 

I need to be careful here because prosperity looks different from varying perspectives and each person’s timetable can be different.  Your door opening to go to college may require some sacrifice on the way to prosperity.  Maybe your prosperity will be spiritual, like a legacy of children or grandchildren who call you blessed.  I cannot tell you what this verse holds for you, but I can tell that God makes good on His promises to His people. 

Hold on to these promises and see what He has in store for you.

Dan Davis is a licensed professional counselor in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. He is available for speaking and training of groups, schools, and businesses. Follow him on Twitter at @dand78

The devotional 45 days of Recovery in the Old Testament is available at:
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