“There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death” (Prov 16:25).
Sometimes our own plans may appear better, more sensible or more convenient the plans of God. However, “the end thereof are the ways of death.” We observe that it begins in ‘a way’ but ends in ‘ways’. Our own ‘way’ will finally become ‘ways’. “The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways” (Prov 14:14). Our self will leads us in many directions, finally leading to death. We get alienated from the presence of God.
God told Jonah to go to Nineveh. But he planned to go to Tarshish instead. He found a ship going to that place ready. There was a seat available, and he had the money for the ticket too. For some time, his own plans seemed favourable to him. However, fairly soon a storm struck the ship. He encountered such problems that he almost died.
Dear child of God, are you a Jonah – running away from the plan of God, having your own plans? Remember, sooner or later a storm will overtake you. You better give up your own plans, although they may appear encouraging to your carnal mind. Steer clear off the devil’s ways and your own ways if you don’t want to ruin your life and your future.
– Taken from Morning Manna – Thoughts for Daily Devotion
Dear child of God, are you a Jonah – running away from the plan of God, having your own plans? Remember, sooner or later a storm will overtake you. You better give up your own plans, although they may appear encouraging to your carnal mind. Steer clear off the devil’s ways and your own ways if you don’t want to ruin your life and your future.
– Taken from Morning Manna – Thoughts for Daily Devotion
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