Proverbs 16:3 gives wise advice: “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” These words speak to anyone who has ever made a plan and wondered if it would succeed.
Imagine sitting at a table covered with notes, calendars, and ideas. You map out goals for work, family, or the future. Planning is important, and God does not discourage it. But this verse reminds us that our plans are strongest when they are placed in His hands first.
To commit something to the Lord means more than asking for a quick blessing. It means inviting Him into the process from the beginning. We pray, seek wisdom, and ask for guidance. We remain open if He redirects our path. Trust grows when we remember that He sees what we cannot.
Sometimes our plans change in ways we did not expect. Doors close. Timelines shift. At first, this can feel frustrating. Yet God’s redirection is often protection or preparation. He shapes our steps in ways that lead to deeper growth and purpose.
Proverbs 16:3 encourages us to plan with humility. When we surrender our work, dreams, and decisions to God, we find stability. Our confidence rests not in perfect planning, but in the faithful One who guides every step.