Today's Verse: Jeremiah 10:23

Sunday, June 18, 2023

I know, O LORD, that a man's life is not his own; it is not for man to direct his steps.
— Jeremiah 10:23

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

While we may have goals and a sense of mission for our lives, our future is not ours to determine. We can plan, but always with the recognition we do so to honor the Lord and fulfill his mission for us. We should greet each day as a gift from God. We must make and pursue each goal to bring God glory. Every true sense of direction is a gift from our Father's Word and the Holy Spirit who leads us.

My Prayer...

Wise and loving Father, lead me by your Holy Spirit. Please fill me with your holy wisdom. Guide me into a more complete understanding of your will for my life. Please give me the wisdom to live each day with your righteous character and gracious compassion. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

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Illustration of Jeremiah 10:23 — I know, O LORD, that a man's life is not his own; it is not for man to direct his steps.

About This Devotional

Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.

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