For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for prosperity and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11 NASB2020

This morning, as I often meditate on the Word, this verse popped into my head, and I wanted to share my perspective.

I always used to think on the first part, cause who doesn’t want prosperity, right? But as the time-line of life zips by so quickly, I saw a different part this morning. A future where hope exists.

There’s nothing like losing hope. Where the future you dreamed of no longer exists and all that remains are memories. Happy memories lose their glow when hope is lost.

But guess what? Our plans are merely limited to our perspective. But when God has plans that go in a different direction, we tend to stomp our feet and throw a tantrum. We toss all our dreams away and give in to hopelessness. We can’t even imagine how life can go on.

But this morning, God began to explain that He doesn’t need my approval or permission, He only needs to keep His Word. He promises prosperity and not disaster. I  still have a future full of hope. He’s not finished with me yet.

So, my friend, stop limiting God to your circumstances. He’s bigger than that. He’s bigger than your bank account. He’s bigger than your income. He’s bigger than your dreams, schemes, and plans. He’s your hope and your future.

Carry on,

Sandy G