Seeing my kids delight in the Lord is powerful. Watching my kids and seeing them living for the Lord puts a massive smile on my face. When they have big dreams or desires I know that God will give them the desires of their hearts because of His promises.
“Delight yourself in the LORD, And He will give you the desires and petitions of your heart.”
I understand that while I may attempt to formulate my own plans, it’s crucial to recognize that they will only come to fruition if they are in alignment with God’s will. Rather than solely relying on my own understanding, I must place my unwavering trust in God. By doing so, I open myself to His guidance, allowing Him to illuminate the path I should tread. Consequently, today, my deliberate choice is to find my joy and fulfillment in the Lord, even in moments of uncertainty, knowing that this approach ensures the plans I pursue harmonize with His divine intentions. After all, I am steadfast in my belief that His purpose is unshakable and will ultimately prevail.
Today’s Verse of the Day:
Many plans are in a man’s mind, But it is the LORD’S purpose for him that will stand (be carried out).
Proverbs 19:21 AMP
Be The Dads who delight themselves in the Lord:
Therefore, Let’s be the dads who sift our plans through the perspective of God’s Word! Moreover, Let’s look for a way to have plans that will delight God because they align with His Word and His will for our lives! Finally, Let’s be the dads who put all of our hope and trust in God because we know that the Lord’s purpose for us will be carried out!
How can we apply today’s verse of the day to be the dads who delight in the Lord and live to be the husbands, dads, and people this world needs us to be?
Applications of delighting in the Lord that we can put into practice from Proverbs 19:21:
- Surrender Plans to God: While it’s important to make plans, acknowledge that God’s purpose ultimately prevails. Seek His guidance and align your plans with His will.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Embrace changes and unexpected circumstances as opportunities to trust in God’s purpose and navigate them with a positive attitude.
- Patient Trust: Cultivate patience as you wait for God’s purposes to unfold. Trust that His timing is perfect and be a role model of patient faith for your family.
- Constant Prayer: Regularly pray for God’s guidance in your decisions and plans. Teach your family the importance of seeking His direction through prayer.
- Discerning God’s Will: Develop the ability to discern God’s purpose by studying His Word and learning to recognize His voice through prayer and reflection.
- Teach Dependence on God: Model a life dependent on God’s purpose, demonstrating to your family that true success comes from aligning with His plans.
- Encourage Vision with Purpose: Foster a sense of purpose and vision within your family. Help each family member discover their unique purposes and talents in God’s grand plan.
- Cultivate Contentment: Find contentment in knowing that God’s purpose is always best. Teach your family to appreciate the blessings and opportunities they have.
- Practice Humility: Recognize that your plans are subject to God’s higher purpose. Be open to His leading and humbly accept course corrections.
- Reflect God’s Character: Embody qualities such as love, compassion, and forgiveness in your interactions with your family. Demonstrate how living in alignment with God’s purpose reflects His character.
How will you apply today’s verse of the day and become the dads God created, planned, and purposed for you to be?
Remember, while these applications are based on the general principle of delighting in the Lord and aligning with His purpose, it’s essential to adapt them to your unique family dynamics and circumstances. As you incorporate these practices, you’ll be better equipped to live out your role as a dad, husband, and individual according to God’s purpose.
