A Better Blueprint

Autumn walk Originally uploaded by Sameli

by JMeyer
We are assured and know that [God being a partner in their labor] all things work together and are [fitting into a plan] for good to and for those who love God and are called according to [His] design and purpose.
— Romans 8:28
Notice here that Paul does not say that all things are good, but that all things work together for good. Paul also says in Romans 12:16 to “readily adjust yourself to [people, things].” You must learn to become the kind of person who plans things but who doesn’t fall apart if that plan doesn’t work out.
Perhaps your car doesn’t start tomorrow. You can think, “I knew it! My plans always fail.” Or you can tell yourself, “Well, I’ll go later when the car is fixed. There is probably some reason I need to be at home today, so I’m going to enjoy my time here.” Relax and trust God to work out the details of your life—His blueprint is always best.