Podcasts about god proverbs

1. Christian wisdom begins with the fear of God (Proverbs 1:7).2. Christian wisdom culminates with Jesus (1 Corinthians 1:24, 30).3. Christian wisdom must be informed by the gospel.

Episode 21 – The Blueprint: Building a Life That Holds the New You

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” – Proverbs 9:10 Today, Ash is joined by her husband Toby as they unpack what it really means to fear God. Toby shares how he used to think it meant being scared of God, but he’s realised it’s actually about having awe and deep respect for Him. They talk about how having reverence for God shapes the way we make decisions, helps us become more teachable, and guides us to seek His wisdom rather than relying only on our own strength. Ash and Toby also reflect on their first year of marriage and how learning to slow down, listen, and seek God’s wisdom has helped them grow. If you’re someone who struggles to let go of control or wants to better understand what it means to fear God in a life-giving way, this conversation will be both practical and encouraging. ✨TICKETS FOR EVERYDAY JOY LIVE AVAILABLE HERE Get Connected:Follow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook CommunityGot something to share? Email us at everydayjoy@positivemedia.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this message, Coleton explores what it means to receive the kingdom of God like a child. Using the moment when Jesus welcomes little children while His disciples try to turn them away, Coleton highlights Jesus' radical teaching: only childlike people can experience the life of the kingdom. Coleton frames the teaching around three key qualities children naturally possess, which Jesus wants His followers to imitate—not childish immaturity, but childlike virtues: ⸻ 1. Be Dependent Like a Child Children depend on their parents for everything—food, comfort, direction, and provision. Coleton humorously illustrates this with a barrage of questions his son Teddy asks in just a few minutes, revealing how constant and uninhibited children are in their need. In contrast to earthly parents who eventually encourage independence, God never asks us to grow out of needing Him. Jesus invites us to stay needy, to come to Him when weary, and to cast all our cares on Him (Matt 11:28; 1 Peter 5:7). The quality of life we experience is directly connected to who or what we depend on—Jesus or ourselves. “Whoever or whatever we depend on determines the kingdom or kind of life we experience.” ⸻ 2. Trust Like a Child Children are quick to believe. Coleton recalls how children after seeing Peter Pan jumped off beds thinking they could fly. While not endorsing naivety, he urges us to trust Jesus like that—not because the logic always checks out, but because He is trustworthy. The Bible is full of people who experienced the kingdom of God because they took God at His word: Noah, Abraham, Moses, Joshua, Mary, and more. They didn't understand everything, but they obeyed—and saw God move. Many of Jesus' commands—love your enemies, forgive freely, give sacrificially—don't make sense to the adult mind. But childlike trust leads to experiencing divine results. The more we rely on our understanding, the less we see of God's kingdom. ⸻ 3. Submit to His Authority Like a Child Children live under authority. Their lives are shaped by rules and boundaries from parents. Coleton points out that while kids grow up and grow out of their parents' authority, we are never meant to grow out of God's authority. In Scripture, the people who experience miracles are those who do what Jesus says. Submission isn't loss—it's gain. Life under Jesus' authority leads to peace, joy, and blessing. “If you will let me lead you, submit to my authority—you will experience my rule and reign over your life. My rule and reign is peace and joy and love and hope.” ⸻ Final Contrast: The Childlike vs. The Adultlike Mark's story ends with a rich young man who walks away from Jesus sad because he can't be childlike. He can't depend, trust, or submit. He clings to his wealth and control. In contrast, the children in the story are scooped up into Jesus' arms. They receive more than they came for—His love, His blessing, and His presence. The message is clear: you can walk away sad or walk away scooped into the arms of Jesus. It depends on whether you're willing to be childlike. ⸻ Discussion Questions     1.    Dependence:     •    What's one area of your life where you're trying to be independent when Jesus is asking you to depend on Him?     •    What would it look like to cast your cares on Him this week?     2.    Trust:     •    Is there a command from Jesus that doesn't make sense to you right now—but you feel called to obey it anyway?     •    What keeps you from trusting Jesus fully?     3.    Authority:     •    Where in your life are you resisting Jesus' authority?     •    How might your life be different if you submitted that area to Him?     4.    Childlikeness vs. Adultlikeness:     •    In what ways have you grown out of childlike faith?     •    What would it look like to return to a posture of humility, dependence, and obedience?     5.    Jesus on the Cross:     •    How does seeing Jesus on the cross give you confidence to depend on, trust in, and submit to Him? ⸻ Author Quotes Used in the Sermon “After the first production of the play, Peter Pan, The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up (1904), I had to add something to the play at the request of parents. It was that no one would be able to fly until they received fairy dust. This was because many children had gone home and tried flying from their beds and needed surgical attention.” – J. M. Barrie ⸻ Scriptures Referenced     •    Mark 10:13–16 – Let the children come; receive the kingdom like a child.     •    Matthew 11:28 – “Come to me… I will give you rest.”     •    1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast your cares on Him…”     •    Philippians 4:6 – “Don't worry, pray about everything.”     •    Luke 18:1 – “Pray and never give up.”     •    John 15:5 – “Apart from Me, you can do nothing.”     •    Isaiah 40:29–31 – “Those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength.”     •    Hebrews 4:16 – “Approach the throne of grace with confidence…”     •    James 1:5 – “If anyone lacks wisdom, let him ask God…”     •    Proverbs 3:5 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…”     •    Matthew 5 – “Love your enemies.”     •    Ephesians 4 – “Forgive as Christ forgave you.” ⸻ Closing Challenge Where in your life are you too adult for the kingdom of God? Jesus is inviting you back into His arms—into a life of dependence, trust, and obedience. The path to joy, freedom, and blessing is not found by being stronger, smarter, or more self-reliant—but by becoming childlike once again.

True acceptance comes from living with a heart aligned to God's will, not just by our own understanding.

Tuesday Church Date: 17/06/25 Topic: Pathway to Blessings 4  Preacher: Rev. Dr. Ebenezer Okronipa   THE WORD AND TRANSFORMATION When you come to Christ, your soul is saved through the word (James 1:21-25). Transformation of the soul occurs through the word. Knowledge must come to the soul for activation of what has been imparted. FOUNDATIONS OF THE BELIEVER Word and work. Hearing the word should result in doing the work of the Lord. PATHWAY TO BLESSEDNESS There are principles that govern life. Blessings can be transgenerational (Genesis 12:1-4, Genesis 24:1, Genesis 26:1-5). Miracle and blessedness are results of raw obedience to the word of God. PRINCIPLES OF BLESSEDNESS Be born again (Acts 3:26, Galatians 3:6-9, Ephesians 1:3). Association and location. Godly living. Fear of God (Proverbs 10:6, Psalm 112:1). Fear of sin. Obedience to specific divine instructions. Serving in the house of God (services that advance the kingdom of God). KEYS TO MANIFESTING BLESSINGS Consistency (Acts 10:1-3, 1 Kings 3:3-5). Prayer (Genesis 32:26). Humility (Matthew 5:5). Praise (Psalm 89:15, Jeremiah 30:19). SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES James 1:21-25: The word brings transformation. Genesis 9:20-27: The consequences of not living a blessed life. Psalm 101:5 and Isaiah 2:11: God's perspective on the humble and the proud.

Tuesday Church Date: 17/06/25 Topic: Pathway to Blessings 4  Preacher: Rev. Dr. Ebenezer Okronipa   THE WORD AND TRANSFORMATION When you come to Christ, your soul is saved through the word (James 1:21-25). Transformation of the soul occurs through the word. Knowledge must come to the soul for activation of what has been imparted. FOUNDATIONS OF THE BELIEVER Word and work. Hearing the word should result in doing the work of the Lord. PATHWAY TO BLESSEDNESS There are principles that govern life. Blessings can be transgenerational (Genesis 12:1-4, Genesis 24:1, Genesis 26:1-5). Miracle and blessedness are results of raw obedience to the word of God. PRINCIPLES OF BLESSEDNESS Be born again (Acts 3:26, Galatians 3:6-9, Ephesians 1:3). Association and location. Godly living. Fear of God (Proverbs 10:6, Psalm 112:1). Fear of sin. Obedience to specific divine instructions. Serving in the house of God (services that advance the kingdom of God). KEYS TO MANIFESTING BLESSINGS Consistency (Acts 10:1-3, 1 Kings 3:3-5). Prayer (Genesis 32:26). Humility (Matthew 5:5). Praise (Psalm 89:15, Jeremiah 30:19). SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES James 1:21-25: The word brings transformation. Genesis 9:20-27: The consequences of not living a blessed life. Psalm 101:5 and Isaiah 2:11: God's perspective on the humble and the proud.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding…” Sounds simple, right? But let's be real—trusting God is hard when fear, anxiety, and control are screaming louder than faith. In this devotional, I'm not pretending it's easy. I'm being honest about the paranoia that comes with letting go, the flesh that resists surrender, and how trust is often a fight—not a feeling. Proverbs 3:5–6 isn't about ignoring your fear—it's about choosing trust in the middle of it. Be encouraged: wrestling to trust is still trusting. #EncouragementForChristians #Proverbs3 #TrustGodAnyway #FaithOverFear #WrestlingWithTrust

Online Service Sunday May 25th, 2025Grace Community Church 5102 Old National Pike Frederick, MD 21702 Pastor Jon Keeler-Lead PastorPastor Kyle Barnette-Pastor of DiscipleshipPastor Paul Wareham-Community PastorWorship Set List-My Hope Is Jesus-Big Daddy WeaveNothing Else/Heart Of Worship-Cody Carnes/Matt RedmanSpeak O Lord-Keith and Kristyn GettyI Will Not Forget-StillCreekWelcome! Thank you for joining us today. Please check out our event on YouVersion to follow along with today's message.Make sure you head over to our website: http://www.gracetoday.org​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Email prayer requests to: GracePrays@gccfred.org

In this heartfelt and humorous message, Kenny reminds us that second-hand faith is never enough. Drawing from John 4:39–42, we're invited to move beyond what we've heard about Jesus and gravitate towards an intimate, personal experience with Him.

Graduation is a time of excitement, transition, and growth—but also uncertainty and change. In today’s devotional, Alicia Searl offers heartfelt encouragement and a prayer for graduates stepping into a brand-new chapter. Drawing from Jesus’ words in Matthew 7, listeners are reminded of the importance of building their life on the solid rock of faith. Whether on a mountaintop or in a valley, God is faithful, present, and ready to guide each step forward. Themes Explored: Encouragement for graduates Building a foundation on Christ Trusting God in new seasons The importance of godly community Spiritual preparation for the future Scripture References Matthew 7:24 “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.”

Pastor Ryan examines the wisdom in Proverbs 16 and how understanding God's will involves first aligning with His revealed directives: loving Him, loving others, and maintaining a pure heart.

At times, we meet people who have walked with God, but go off on a tangent and defy all reason and experience. They have allowed the ways of the world to become dominant in their lives, and revolt against the wisdom of God (Proverbs 8:1-9:6). Solomon was such a man. The time he spent "chasing the wind" could never be made up. He had suffered bitter experiences "under the sun." He hated life (2:17). Beginning in chapter 6, Solomon begins thinking in a more God-centered way. The terms "wise" and "wisdom" become much more prevalent in his thinking. He has learned the hard way about the nasty facts of life. He now speaks from experience. True meaning and joy in life can only come from a walk with God.

Today we are answering 2 challenging questions... How do I trust God? and How Do I Find a New Church Home? Both of these questions are significant to anyone of faith and are essential for our walk with Christ. We pray that this is insightful and helps bring encouragement and understanding right where you are. Thank you for listening and sharing this podcast!!! #LetGodWork Follow us on Instagram: @imperfectchurchpodcastSubmit your questions or be on an episode! Email us at: imperfectchurchpodcast@gmail.comTrusting in God: [Proverbs 3:5-6] | [Philippians 4:6-7] | [Hebrews 11:1 & 6] | [Hebrews 4:15-16]Finding a New Church Home: [Hebrews 10:23-25] | [James 5:16] | [Matthew 28:19-20]

Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com Preachers, teachers, parents, and loved ones can all help us make decisions or develop life strategies. They can be very beneficial in sharing scriptures to help support us as we make decisions. But at the end of the day, the only one who can help us put together a flawless life plan is God Himself. The Bible tells us that Wisdom comes from the mouth of God (Proverbs 2:6). Wisdom always finds its fulfillment in practical application that works. In an open, trusting, authentic relationship with God, we discover how to hear and follow His leadership. Join me this week as we explore God's promise to always provide us with His Secret Divine Plan!

March 30, 2025 - Sunday AM Sermon   Friends And Family Learning from Proverbs    PART ONE: THE BENEFITS OF TRUE FRIENDS  Neal Pollard  I. FRIENDS ____________ ____________________ (Prov. 17:17)     A. True Friendship Necessarily Involves __________     B. True Friendship Is a Full-Time _______________     C. True Friendship Is Equipped For ______________  II. FRIENDS ______________ BY _____________ (Prov. 18:24)  III. FRIENDS ARE WILLING TO ______________ YOU (Prov. 27:6)  IV. FRIENDS ___________________ YOU (Prov. 27:9)     A. One of Proverbs' Goal Is to Teach Us How To ________ with __________   PART TWO: Characteristics of Godly Families  Introduction:  1. The first _______________ God gave ___________ is the _______________.   2. The ___________ is given to us by _____________ and he ______________ what a       _______________ and ______________ family looks ___________________.   3. ____________ provides ______________ instruction for what a _________________ family     practices and how a ______________ family _______________.   I. Receive ________________ (Proverbs 5:1, 22:6)  II. __________________ Appreciation (Proverbs 31:28-29)  III. __________________ God (Proverbs 1:7, 9:10)  IV. _______________ to ______________ ________________ (Proverbs 3:5-6, 4:7, 8:17)    Duration 35:45

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The All Seeing God - Proverbs 15:3A.D. February 2nd, 2025SUBSCRIBE to WarCry Media on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChErMPtXrii04uoumBVLasQ/featured?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/warcrymediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/warcrymedia/?hl=enGab: https://gab.com/WarCryMedia___________________________________________Find us online and contact us at:Redeemer Community Church - https://www.redeemerlv.comWarCry Media - https://www.warcrymedia.com

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For many years, Penn State was just one college of many with a powerful football program. And then not too long ago, it suddenly became the epicenter of a whole lot of outrage. Screaming students - angry that Joe Paterno, their iconic coach - the "winning-est" college coach ever - had been summarily fired. And then the parents, the politicians, the pundits, enraged as they should be, at allegations of young lives ruined by sexual abuse. Allegedly by a coach who used a locker room as a place to horribly exploit young boys. All of which has caused me to ask this question, "So what is it that enrages you, Ron? Or should?" I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "Your Things to Die For." My friend Bob asks, "What are your 'things to die for'?" He confesses that his list has changed. It used to be a list of legalistic "don'ts" that he thought were the causes worth fighting for. Not anymore. God has broken his heart for people who are going to hell instead of people who are breaking the rules. And he's outraged over the devil enslaving and damning people God created and Jesus died for. There's something about us that gets all uptight about things that matter a little and largely complacent about things that break and even enrage the heart of God. We can really get up a head of steam about worship music, or liberals, or Christians who are "different," or the way the culture's going downhill. But then we can be strangely unmoved by young girls who suddenly disappear into the snake pit of sexual slavery. Or children who cry every night for food that never comes. A woman living with a man she thought loved her, and tonight fearing for her life. Innocent kids, unspeakably twisted and scarred by someone who abuses them for their own gratification. Our word for today from the Word of God talks about these outrages in Romans 1:18 - outrages that provoke what the Bible calls the "wrath of God (which) is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness of men." Things He can't stand; He can't stand for the victimizing of any person He created in His holy image. Proverbs says, "He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God" (Proverbs 14:31). God talks about defending the cause of the poor and the needy and then He asks probingly, "Is not this what it means to know Me?" (Jeremiah 22:16). Above all, the Bible says, "He is not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance" (2 Peter 3:9). And we're surrounded by people who are one heartbeat away from perishing forever and ever, because no one told them about the Savior who perished so they wouldn't have to. God accepts no excuse for failing to (as the Bible says) "rescue those being led away to death...If you say, 'But we knew nothing about this,' does not He who weighs the heart perceive it...Will He not repay each person according to what he has done?" (Proverbs 24:11-12). God is not deaf to the shattered lives, the anguished cries of a world that sin has devastated. God says today as He said to Moses in Exodus, "I have heard them crying out...I am concerned about their suffering...So I have come down to rescue them." Oh good! God's going to do something about all this hurt and lostness. Yes He is, and He has a plan. Listen to the next verse, "So, now, go. I am sending you" (Exodus 3:7-10). So, are the things you'll "die for" the things Jesus died for?

How well are you storing up the word of God inside of you?

Gregg DeMey, Lead Pastor

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There's a reason why most sons grow up wanting to be like their dads either for good or ill. God intends for fathers and mothers to serve as examples of wisdom to the malleable minds of children. When the core unit of the family loses wisdom rooted in the fear of the Lord all of society begins to disintegrate. Proverbs frames wisdom not as an esoteric knowledge passed on by a spiritual guru to his devoted followers or a set of abstract principles taught within the confines of a university, but as practical knowledge imparted from a father to a son. Our parents aren't perfect, but they do serve as an analogy of God's fatherhood over us. He disciplines us because he loves us, and unlike our earthly parents, his discipline is always right and perfectly attuned to our need. When we entrust ourselves to the fatherhood of God we become like his son, Jesus Christ who embodies the wisdom of God in the flesh. That's why getting a grasp on the fatherhood of God is so essential to growing our faith and trust in his words. This is Understanding Proverbs.  Check out the rest of our Understanding Series: https://www.fouroaksmidtown.com/teachings Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@fouroakschurchmidtown1962

A sermon by Pastor Israel Mendez. Listen along as ACC Downtown journeys through the Proverbs.

Praying for Spiritual IntelligenceColossians 1:91.    Paul's RealityColossians 1:1-2Stanley Tam: “It is what you sow thatmultiplies, not what you keep in the barn.2.    Paul's ResponseColossians 1:9a“For this reason also, since the day we heard of it,  we have not ceased to pray for you . . .”3.   Paul's RequestColossians 1:9b“. . . to ask that you might be filled with the knowledge   of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding.”  Ephesians 5:15-17   Psalms 25:4-5   Matthew 6:9-10   Romans 12:2·      Our Greatest Desire should be to Know God's Will·      Our Greatest Delight should be to do God's Will·      Our Greatest Danger is to refuse God's Will -        The Desire of God: Psalms 32:8-        The Demand of God: Proverbs 3:6-        The Dynamic of God: Romans 8:14Wisdom: The Spirit given ability to rightly apply truth to our continual life experiencesColossians 1:10-12 Support the Show.

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6/9/24 – Sunday Morning Service. What does the Bible say about the family, and what is God's design for the family?  A short series on the family.

Daily Dose: It's never too early to develop healthy spiritual habits. This dose includes a special thank you! Video available on YouTube at https://youtu.be/3NmYaKkE9SA Message by Chase Hartley.

Sermons, May 2024, Proverbs, Wisdom, Pastor Dan Malone

The book of Proverbs is nothing less than a collection of timeless truisms and wisdom for life, but it is so much more than that. The pinnacle of Soloman's wisdom can be summed up in one phrase "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom."In this series, "Fearing Deity and Defying Stupidity" We'll seek to gain wisdom from this book but also dive into how it relates to the embodiment of wisdom... Jesus Christ.For the study resources and manuscript go to VBVF.ORG

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Passing on the Wisdom of God (Proverbs 5-7)

In Pastor Mike Burnette's sermon, he underscores the significance of heeding God's warning signs, as highlighted in Proverbs 4:14-15, urging us to stay within the boundaries set by God. Reflecting on these verses, he challenges listeners to guard their hearts, eyes, mouths, and paths, ensuring alignment with God's direction. Through steps like devotion to Jesus, being filled with the Holy Spirit, and repentance, Pastor Mike guides us in establishing healthy practices and boundaries, urging them to align their lives with God's will and avoid straying into areas of temptation and disobedience.

The passage for today is Proverbs 17:3. It says, "The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold, but the Lord tests hearts." This verse tells us that God tests our hearts to show us what we are made of. He does this by allowing us to go through difficult situations. When we face these challenges, we have the opportunity to respond in a way that reflects our true character. God tests our hearts to help us grow and become more like Him. When we allow Him to refine us, we become stronger and more resilient. We also learn to trust Him more and to rely on His strength. If you are going through a difficult time, remember that God is testing your heart. He is not trying to punish you, but to help you grow. Trust in Him and allow Him to work in your life. He will bring you through this and make you stronger than ever before. Remember, God is always with you and He will never leave you or forsake you.

The passage for today is Proverbs 15:8. It says, "The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord, but the prayer of the upright is his delight." This verse tells us that God is pleased with the prayers of the righteous. This means that when we pray to God with a sincere heart, He is happy to hear from us. Prayer is a powerful way to connect with God and to experience His love and peace. It is also a way to ask God for help and guidance in our lives. Let's all make an effort to pray more often. Let's talk to God about everything that is on our minds and hearts. He is always listening and He is always ready to help us. Prayer is a gift from God. Let's all take advantage of this gift and make it a regular part of our lives.

The passage for today is Proverbs 5:21. It says, "For the ways of a man are before the eyes of the Lord, and he watches all his paths." This means that God is always watching us and he knows everything we do. We should live our lives in a way that pleases God, knowing that he is always watching. We should not do anything that we would be ashamed of if God saw it. We should also be thankful for God's constant presence in our lives. He is always there to help us and guide us. We can trust him with our lives and know that he will never leave us or forsake us. Let us live our lives for God's glory, knowing that he is always watching and that he loves us very much.

In Proverbs chapter 2, verses 1-5, we learn how to discover the knowledge of God. The author tells us that we must receive God's words and treasure his commandments within us. We must make our ear attentive to wisdom and incline our heart to understanding. If we do these things, we will understand the fear of the Lord and discover the knowledge of God. The author reminds us that the beginning of knowledge is the fear of the Lord. When we receive God's words and treasure his commandments, we are putting ourselves in a position to understand the knowledge of God. We are also given the opportunity to be a blessing to the people we work with. Let's turn our lives to listening to and trusting God so that we can be his instrument in every interaction we have today.  

Hey, it's Mike Henry with Follower of One. Today, I want to read a very convicting verse to me.    This is a conviction to me, and that's part of the reason why I want to read it. I think it's a challenge to all of us, especially in business, but in any type of work. Proverbs 16:9, “The mind of man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.” I've been working for the last few days, doing some strategic planning around the growth of what I hope the growth will be for Follower of One, and bathing that in prayer and asking God for his direction, for his wisdom and his guidance.   And then I would turn right around and get something- we'd get interrupted. And what I thought I would be spending my time doing X, I ended up having to spend my time doing Y. The Lord directs my steps. He ordains interruptions and circumstances and things that happen in my life, and I often don't like it.   I've just become a pouty little child because God's not letting me do what I wanted to do. The mind of man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps. I pray constantly. I don't pray constantly. That's an exaggeration. I pray regularly. That I would be easier to interrupt, that I would trust God more. My natural instinct is to get angry at interruptions, not to trust God that He would have me do something else.   Almost every interruption, almost everything that takes longer than I thought it would take, ends up being a blessing to me, if I would just trust Jesus and do what He says. Today in our workplaces, I would like to challenge you: let's remember the mind of a man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.   And now let me say that exactly correctly. I'm reading from the New American standard, the mind of man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps. I don't really think that references all that gender-oriented. I think, male or female, we can get all wrapped up in our own goals and objectives and we forget God, but the Lord directs our steps.   He's the one directing us. He's the one choosing what we do. I want to plan to do what God has for me to do, and that means my plans must include interruptions. My plans, and my attitude must be good with interruptions, because God is sovereign. He's the one choosing the plan. We have a person on one of the recent mission trips talking about how she had it all planned out that she was going to do her fastest exercise time walking through her neighborhood, but she couldn't get any of her timer apps to work, and she was very frustrated about that. So she took off anyway and she got interrupted a couple of times on the way and had opportunities to interact with her neighbors, that she never would have done had she had the timer ticking.    And it was just God saying, no, you're walking around the neighborhood today, but I want you to interact with the people that you come into contact with. I think God does that with my schedule. That I wire it tight as a drum, and I'm always in a hurry, and I always have to hurry up and get to the next thing.   And then an interruption will occur, or something will take longer, or something will need to be redone. Lord, may I please have an attitude of openness to you. And I pray that we all do. That openness and that willingness to be God's person in our situation is what makes our faith attractive to the people around us.   I hope today that this criticism of myself, this challenge I'm giving myself is beneficial to you in some way. Let's be the people that Jesus calls on today to make a difference in the lives of our coworkers and bank on it, that will require some interruptions. Thank you for being a marketplace minister, and thank you for making a difference with your faith.   Don't forget if you're interested in more of this content, check us out at followerofone.org. Thanks very much.