Virtuous Living And Prudent Planning

 There are many lessons that God's people have to learn and often it takes a lifetime to pass the different tests the Lord sets for each one of us. The book of Proverbs is filled with examples of both godly living, (behavior we should seek to emulate), and unwise actions, (things we should avoid.)
 Making plans for the future is wise and prudent. The Lord designed us with minds to think. He gave us a free-will to make wise choices in life. The Bible advises virtuous living and prudent planning for we read, "those who plan good find loyalty and faithfulness" and, "plans are made by seeking wise and godly advice from others." 
 May we embrace this statement of fact as a promise of God to each one of us and rejoice that,
In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.

Our United Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You, that we have the freedom to make future plans and yet have the wonderful assurance that You are the One Who directs our steps. Thank You, that we have been given the free-will to make choices in life, and  sound minds with which to think and consider different options. We pray that You would give us the wisdom to make the right choices in life, but thank You, Father, that we are not alone, because You guide us along the best way and direct our steps in the way we should go. Give us wisdom and discernment to make the best life-choices and ears that are open to Your leading and guidance. In Jesus' name we pray, AMEN.