God's plans are bigger than yours

My ways and my thoughts are higher than yours; higher than the heavens above the earth!

(Isaiah 55:9)

Many times we do not understand why certain things happen in life. We don't always get the full picture with all the details of God's purpose in situations. That is because His ways are infinitely greater than ours.

God did not destroy the Egyptian army when the Israelites were cornered in front of the Red Sea. The Lord did not pull Daniel out of the lions' den as we would have done. Nor did He extinguish the flames of the fiery furnace where Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego were thrown. Instead, God fulfilled His wonderful purpose by opening the Red Sea, protecting Daniel in the den and walking with the 3 friends into the furnace.

God knows the end from the beginning

• Believe only! Even if you don't understand everything that happens, trust that God is sovereign. He knows what He is doing.

• Pray surrendering your life into the good hands of the one who created the whole universe. He is the God of miracles and knows what is best for you.

• Rest in God. Troubled waters, the might of lions and blazing fire are no problem for the God who created them. He is in control of all things and takes care of you.

To pray:

Lord God, you are Lord in heaven and on earth. I trust in you, beloved Father. Help me to understand that your ways are greater than mine and that your understanding of everything is far greater than I have. Teach me to believe and hope in you every day. Thank you for your good purpose for my life. Amen.