“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Bible Verses About Planning Ahead
God’s Plans for Us
Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
Isaiah 30:21
“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.'”
Proverbs 19:21
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
Psalms 37:23-24
“The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.”
Proverbs 3:5-6
“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.”
Psalms 32:8
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”
Proverbs 21:5
“The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.”
Proverbs 15:22
“Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.”
James 4:13-15
“Now listen, you who say, ‘Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.’ Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. Instead, you ought to say, ‘If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.'”
Waiting on God
Psalm 27:14
“Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.”
Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.”
Psalm 37:7
“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways when they carry out their wicked schemes.”
Habakkuk 2:3
“For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.”
Romans 8:25
“But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.”
Psalm 62:5
“Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.”
Micah 7:7
“But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.”
Ecclesiastes 3:1
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”
Proverbs 20:24
“A person’s steps are directed by the Lord. How then can anyone understand their own way?”
Isaiah 26:3
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
Wisdom in Planning
James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”
Proverbs 24:27
“Put your outdoor work in order and get your fields ready; after that, build your house.”
Psalms 90:12
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”
Proverbs 12:15
“The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice.”
Luke 14:28
“Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it?”
Proverbs 16:3
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
Proverbs 1:5
“Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance.”
Psalms 119:105
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”
Proverbs 27:12
“The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.”
Ephesians 5:15-16
“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.”
Faith in Our Plans
Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
2 Corinthians 5:7
“For we live by faith, not by sight.”
Matthew 21:22
“If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”
Mark 11:24
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”
1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Matthew 6:33
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
Hebrews 11:1
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
Psalms 37:4
“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Planning for the Future
Proverbs 16:1
“To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue.”
Lamentations 3:25-26
“The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him; it is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord.”
Micah 4:4
“Everyone will sit under their own vine and under their own fig tree, and no one will make them afraid, for the Lord Almighty has spoken.”
Proverbs 29:18
“Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.”
Matthew 6:19-20
“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.”
Ecclesiastes 11:2
“Invest in seven ventures, yes, in eight; you do not know what disaster may come upon the land.”
Matthew 25:14-15
“Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his wealth to them. To one he gave five bags of gold, to another two bags, and to another one bag, each according to his ability. Then he went on his journey.”
Luke 12:40
“You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.”
1 Corinthians 3:13
“Their work will be shown for what it is, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test the quality of each person’s work.”
Colossians 3:23-24
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”
Godly Counsel in Planning
Proverbs 12:15
“The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice.”
Proverbs 20:18
“Plans are established by seeking advice; so if you wage war, obtain guidance.”
Proverbs 24:6
“For by wise guidance you can wage your war, and in abundance of counselors there is victory.”
Psalms 1:1-2
“Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night.”
Proverbs 11:14
“For lack of guidance a nation fails, but victory is won through many advisers.”
Proverbs 13:10
“Where there is strife, there is pride, but wisdom is found in those who take advice.”
Ecclesiastes 4:9
“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor.”
Psalms 119:66
“Teach me knowledge and good judgment, for I trust your commands.”
Acts 15:28
“It seemed good to the Holy Spirit and to us not to burden you with anything beyond the following requirements.”
Job 12:13
“To God belong wisdom and power; counsel and understanding are his.”
Final Thoughts
As we venture through life and make our plans, it’s crucial to remember that God guides our paths. We can trust in His timelines and purposes for our lives. Knowing that God has good plans for us helps to ease the uncertainty of the future.
Planning is not just about our goals; it’s about aligning with God’s will for our lives. Let’s take authority over our fears and anxieties through prayer, while we trust His plans. It’s a comforting thought that in all we do, He is there, helping us navigate our choices.
It’s good for us to seek wisdom and to consult God and others as we make decisions. Planning ahead in a way that honors God can lead us to fulfill our destinies. Let’s encourage one another and stand firm in our faith, knowing that God is faithful always.
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