Trusting God’s Guidance Over Ours

 Daily Bible Verse


"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

— Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)

Reflection Questions


1. What decisions or situations in your life are you finding hard to trust God with?

2. How does this verse encourage you to let go of the need to understand everything?

3. What steps can you take today to surrender your plans and trust in God’s guidance?


Encouraging Words


Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us that God’s wisdom surpasses ours. Even when the way forward isn’t clear, we can trust that He guides us. Today, let go of needing all the answers and trust that God’s direction is perfect.

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