Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

I discovered when I make a decision it’s hard especially when it’s a war between the flesh vs spirit. Most of the time fear overwhelms me to make a decision, especially when I watch my plans detour with urgent matters such as health, family or death.  At times, I do feel bitter because I thought my life was finally going as plan however it seems it is getting worst. Then, I put myself in great personal turmoil wondering if I am making the right decision- lacking in faith.

How do I manage, or mismanage, these detours, though it will have everything to do with my future? Whatever path I may go, God can and will use it for my good if I will only let Him—if I will learn how to move past from my past.  I discovered that a successful person will view his or her life experiences—the good, the bad, and the bitter—through the lens of purpose. Even the detours in my life don’t have the final say and they are not the defining factors in who I am! Because what I consider to be “detours” in my life aren’t always detours in God’s overarching plan.

Prayer: Lord, I thank you for your Word that better illustrates how You use divine detours in life for our purpose. When I think about the day I was born, you already knew what plans you had for me - You already predestined my purpose. Lord, I ask You to forgive me for my struggle, bitterness, and disbelief when Your promises are not always as quick as I hope and the opportunities that open, appear different than I what I imagined. Grant me the discernment so I can see the value and the purpose of the divine detours in my journey…...  

Lord, I am so glad today- I decided to trust in You instead of focusing negatively and see the good on divine detours..... AMEN

Sincerely,

Merceda Gooding, MPA