Wow! Does God Have Plans!

Many lost their optimism in the last 24 hours.  Many woke up this morning, feeling more uncertain about the future than they have in a long time.  So, let me remind you of the promise of our good, good Father, to us as believers:

 “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.” – Jer 29:11

God’s plans for us did not change because of the election.  Even today, He is reassuring us that we have reason to hope, and no reason to fear!

All you need do is look at what was happening when the Lord gave that wonderful promise:  It was when the people He loved were being carried off into exile.  (Jer 29:4)

Before He gave the promise, He gave them clear instructions about what they were supposed to do, in the face of an uncertain future.  “Go on building houses, starting businesses and going to work.” (29:5)  “Don’t change the way you take care of and dream for your family and children.” (29:6)

But here is the most important thing He told them to do, which so clearly applies to us today:

 “Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.”  (29:7)

So, we pray for our nation.  We pray for our new president.  Just as the Lord directs us to 1 Tim 2:1-2:

"I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness."

Notice, in both scriptures, the real issue is our living in peace and prosperity.  No matter where we are.  No matter who is in charge. 

Our grace comes from our good, good Father; not D.C.

Grace2U,

DNH