Jeremiah 29:10-14
There are actions and decisions that I look back on and wonder why. It seemed like such a good decision at the time, but looking back with clearer vision it blows me away on how wrong I was. Most of these decisions are the result of implied urgency. So, as opposed to going to God or seeking wise counsel, I decide with my human wants; Wanting to be liked, wanting to be a part of the group, to be on the inside. As opposed to taking a stand for what I would know is right, given time to think it over.
Verses like those I read today give me comfort in knowing that despite all my bad decisions, God still has a perfect plan for me. Plans to prosper me and not to harm me, plans to give me hope and a future. We should all rejoice knowing God has these plans for us.
Lord, remind me daily to seek your plan for me. Encourage me in my search for that plan. Thank you God.
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Implied urgency! Good phrasing, I'm afflicted with this as well. I believe my first email response to Holly was just this, it wasn't until last night that God gave me the right words and heart condition to act.
I too have felt the sting of implied urgency...why am I always in such a hurry to do something?! I really feel that toning down the implied urgency (of a wife, professional success, financial stability) has helped me find great contentment in where God has me right now. If we can trust that God has plans for us, we must trust that He has the timing down too.
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