In professional football, every team puts in many hours and much effort in devising the game plan. Coaches review hours of film from previous games to determine what the other team tries to do. Then they try to understand what the opponent will do against their team. They devise the game plan to counter what the other team will do and maximize their team’s strengths. Once the game begins, the coaches will adjust the game plan based on what is or is not working.
We all devise a game plan for life. We maximize our strengths and try to minimize our weaknesses. Just like in football, we need to make adjustments as life is played out. Inevitably circumstances come that disrupt our game plan.
Fortunately we have someone to help us through the disruptions. God sees all that is happening in our lives and, at the same time, He sees our future. Better yet, He is in control, having all power and authority. We may not understand what is going on, but God fully understands. Romans 11:33 says, “Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways!”
God is good! He is mighty! He knows all things! And He loves us! What a wonderful combination, worthy of our complete faith!
Reluctant Retiree 