When talking with leaders around the nation about the current situation we live in, I am reminded that life is uncertain, but God is certain. Planning with uncertainty being the only thing that is for certain is extremely difficult. But when we look at everything from the spiritual perspective trusting that God will help us along the way, planning in uncertain times becomes doable. In fact, planning is our responsibility.
Planning is a must for leaders to succeed, not only in their own careers but also for the companies they lead. I encourage you to plan in the midst of uncertainty to the best of your ability. Then stay the course you set out to do.
Below are some reminders from the book of wisdom—the Bible—that tells us how to plan during uncertain times:
Do plan if you want to succeed. Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty. (Proverbs 21:5)
God has good plans for you. For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray, I will listen. If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me. (Jeremiah 29:11-13)
Trust God not money. Teach those who are rich in this world not to be proud and not to trust in their money, which is so unreliable. Their trust should be in God, who richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment. 1 Timothy 6:17
Ask God for wisdom. If you need wisdom—if you want to know what God wants you do to—ask him, and he will gladly tell you. He will not resent you asking. (James 1:5)
Planning brings you honor and respect. My child, don’t lose sight of good planning and insight. Hang on to them, for they fill you with life and bring you honor and respect. (Proverbs 3:21-22)
As you can see, it is in God’s will for us to plan so we can have certainty in our lives. Lack of planning brings uncertainty and fear. Planning brings peace, certainty, security, honor, and respect. If you are a planner, those who watch you will see you as a wise person. Then you’ll have an opportunity to share your wisdom and where it comes from. Proverbs 2:11 says, “Wise planning will watch over you. Understanding will keep you safe.”
By planning all aspects of your life, you take control of your life and responsibility for your actions. But it also means you choose to give that control to God and let Him guide you. With God as part of your planning, you can’t go wrong because you have God’s will for you as your plan. And even though the enemy may try to change and confuse those plans, the Lord will give you wisdom “and you will know how to find the right course of action every time” (Proverbs 2:9).
I hope these scriptures from the Bible encourage you to plan, seek wisdom, and trust God in your journey. Remember, life is uncertain, but God is certain. He is always there for you and ready to help you. All you have to do is reach out and ask for help.