Have you ever asked yourself that question? Has anyone ever approached you with that question? How would you respond? Would you tell them Yes? Would you tell them No?
The Biblical answer to this question is both Yes and No depending on what one means by the word “Wonderful”. If by wonderful one means expensive cars, large houses, 65″ Flat Screen TV with a Blu-Ray player and surround sound, perfect family, perfect health, perfect teeth, etc. then the answer is No.
If by wonderful one means personally knowing the Almighty Creator of the universe, having all your sins forgiven, being reconcilled to God, and having your strength renewed daily then the answer is Yes.
You see, the whole question: “Does God have a wonderful plan for my life?” spawns from a misunderstanding of Jesus’ words in John 10:10, “I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” People think with their sinful mind, “Abundant life means having everything I want and I want the things of this world!” But they forget something else the Bible says:
Now there is great gain in godliness with contentment, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. But if we have food and clothing, with these we will be content. But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs. But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness. (1Ti 6:6-11 ESV)
If you find yourself wondering if God has a wonderful plan for your life, consider what you mean by wonderful. If it is a selfish desire for the things of this world then know that God never promises you that. If you mean a life filled with righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness and love then that is exactly what God promises.
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