God’s Plan for You

God has a destiny, or a plan, for each of us that is far better and more satisfying than any human destiny we could imagine. God, who made each of us, put us here for a good purpose, to live a meaningful life.

In Matthew 7, Jesus instructs us to “Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, that leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.” Some believe that this “strait and narrow” way is too confining. After all, the world has millions of tantalizing opportunities for us. Why not be “broad-minded” and try out everything? Well, that’s the wide gate and the broad way that leads to unhappiness, insecurity, and ultimately, destruction. The strait and narrow way is to seek the guidance of our heavenly Father, God, and follow it. You will find that this is not confining at all. In fact, it is the only way which enables us to reach our full potential.

Isaiah writes, “If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land.” Obedience to God’s plan for you is the most rewarding life there could be. Many of us are led to believe that we need a certain kind of job, or need to accomplish certain things, or have certain things in order to be happy. Many are also taught that it is important to have people approve of them. And that’s a real trap. When we are driven that way, we have nothing but problems, and have to retrace our steps. Why? Because there is no God in any of that. The only approval worth seeking is God’s approval. Again, Jesus instructs us not to worry about where our next meal comes from, or what we should wear, or what kind of job we should have. Rather, we should “Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” (Matthew)

God knows better than anyone what is right for you. And that means giving and doing for others—and with a smile on your face. And then it follows that God provides everything you really need, and we can be satisfied with that. Do you want stability, confidence, and security? Then seek God’s guidance and follow it.