December 21
Light for the DaysIf the Lord will, we shall live, and do this or that. —James 4:15.
DO I bear in mind that as to all my plans and arrangements for the future, God is the supreme and only arbiter; and that results rest only with him? Do I ask his guidance in everything, and watch for the indications of his providence, and am I sincerely willing to be led by him? While doing all that I can to secure what seem desirable ends, is it still in humble submission to the divine will, and with the heartfelt conviction and feeling that God knows what is right and wise and best?
Unto them that love and trust God, he causeth all things to work for the best.—COVERDALE.
All our plans should be formed in dependence on God. In all of them we should remember the uncertainty of life, the short-sightedness of our own wisdom, and that God, as a sovereign, presides over all the affairs of men. We should ask for his guidance, look to his word and providence for direction, and be satisfied with the results which he orders or permits. If thus we acknowledge him, he will direct our paths.
He leadeth me, oh blessed thought;
Sweet words, with heavenly comfort fraught;
Whate'er I do, where'er I be,
Still 'tis God's hand that leadeth me
Lord, I would clasp thine hand in mine,
Nor ever murmur or repine,
Content, whate'er my lot may be,
Since 'tis my God that leadeth me.—GILMORE