Gods Sabbath

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E NTERING INTO G OD ’ S S ABBATH R EST

Frail, Short-sighted, and Limited

We are so frail and short-sighted that we do not possess enough wisdom to plan our own lives successfully. That is be cause we do not have the capacity to be safe and effective plan makers. It is not for us to shape our own future. “I know, O L ORD , that a man’s life is not his own; it is not for man to direct his steps.” Jeremiah 10:23. “Trust in the L ORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” Proverbs 3:5. “Labor not to be rich: cease from thine own wisdom.” Prov erbs 23:4 (KJV). But fortunately for us, the Creator of the wonders of the uni verse, who continually guides the orbs on their course through space, is also the Source of all wisdom. There is no problem too great for God to solve and no burden too heavy for Him to carry. “By wisdom the L ORD laid the earth’s foundations, by under standing he set the heavens in place.” Proverbs 3:19. “Who by his understanding made the heavens, His love en dures forever.” Psalm 136:5. “Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have understanding and power.” Proverbs 8:14. Our Creator is also the perfect Plan Maker, ever ready to re veal His plans to His children. We are therefore counselled to get wisdom from this everlasting Source. “You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” Psalm 16:11. “Who, then, is the man that fears the L ORD ? He will instruct him in the way chosen for him.” Psalm 25:12. “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you.” Psalm 32:8. These principles are well summarized in the following para graphs: “Many are unable to make definite plans for the future. Their life is unsettled. They cannot discern the outcome of affairs, and this often fills them with anxiety and unrest. Let us remember that the life of God’s children in this world is a pilgrim life. We have not wisdom to plan our own lives. It is not for us to shape